Althen (former foreign student adviser, U. of Iowa) gives advice to foreign visitors to the U.S. that is intended to help them understand the motivations, attitudes, communication styles, and actions of Americans. Emphasizing the interpretation of observed behavior, he covers ways of reasoning and American ideas about politics, family life, education, religion, the media, social relationships, racial and ethnic diversity, male-female relationships, sports and recreation, driving, shopping, personal hygiene, and organizational and public behavior. Over-generalization is an understandable danger in such a work as this, but Althen does make an effort to emphasize that there are variations among Americans, while he concentrates on the similarities. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

This volume focuses on how far the policies, principles and practices of foreign language teaching and learning are, or can be, informed by theoretical considerations and empirical findings from the linguistic disciplines. Part I deals with the nature of foreign language learning in general, while Part II explores issues arising from linguistic, socio-political, cultural and cognitive perspectives. Part III and IV then consider the different factors that have to be taken into account in designing the foreign language subject and the various approaches to pedagogy that have been proposed. Part V finally addresses questions concerning assessment of learner proficiency and the evaluation of courses designed to promote it. Key features: provides a state-of-the-art description of different areas in the context of foreign language communication and learning presents a critical appraisal of the relevance of the field offers solutions to everyday language-related problems with contributions from renowned experts

Relocating to a new country takes time. You can spend hours looking for information about Chile online, trying to figure out what to do. The problem is — most foreigners do not know where to start. I wrote this book to solve your relocation problem. This book contains 24 chapters, each tackling a specific aspect of moving to Chile: visas, where to live, accommodation, healthcare, finance, taxes, education, children, working, doing business… Since starting my relocation agency (expat.cl) in 2017, I have helped hundreds of foreigners from more than 45 countries relocate to Chile. You get 8+ years of experience, condensed into 265 pages, to fast-track your move to Chile. Inside, you will find: - A 17-question visa quiz to determine the best visa for your situation, as well as the factors to consider before applying if your goal is to become a permanent resident. - Where to live in Chile: an overview of the regions and cities where foreigners usually relocate. And the few places to avoid. - The local Chilean real estate portals to search for your new home. - An introduction to real estate rental contracts in Chile: how/where to sign, when to pay the landlord so you are protected. - Utilities, internet, and telephone: how to register with providers and quickly pay them using a single online platform… and a tip to reduce your gas bill during winter. - A comparison of the public and private health insurance in Chile, as well as the international health insurance, and how to combine them for the best protection. - How to open a bank account in Chile as a foreigner. - And much, much more! If you want to plan your journey to Chile and soon enjoy the vibrant culture, beautiful landscapes, and friendly locals, buy the Chile Handbook for Foreigners and start planning your relocation to Chile without stress.

YOU WOULD LIKE TO FIND A JOB IN THE U.S. - WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? Betsy H. Cohen presents collective wisdom from a dozen experts in international job search and career development. Foreign-born job seekers - whether they be international students, relocated persons, immigrants, or refugees - will find an American job faster and more confidently after reading this book. Readers will learn the different stages of the job search process, and how to prepare for each one. The book's case studies and expert contributions provide many examples and recommendations to manage stress and make their search process smoother. The book teaches readers how to: Build and develop your American network Find potential job openings, both posted and non-posted Distinguish between the types of interviews and what to expect in each Present yourself to potential employers before, during, and after the interview Discuss salaries and set expectations for what transferable skills are worth Understand when to use immigration lawyers in the job search process Get recognition for accomplishments, leading to promotions and pay increases.

The Routledge Handbook on Crime and International Migration is concerned with the various relationships between migration, crime and victimization that have informed a wide criminological scholarship often driven by some of the original lines of inquiry of the Chicago School. Historically, migration and crime came to be the device by which Criminology and cognate fields sought to tackle issues of race and ethnicity, often in highly problematic ways. However, in the contemporary period this body of scholarship is inspiring scholars to produce significant evidence that speaks to some of the biggest public policy questions and debunks many dominant mythologies around the criminality of migrants. The Routledge Handbook on Crime and International Migration is also concerned with the theoretical, empirical and policy knots found in the relationship between regular and irregular migration, offending and victimization, the processes and impact of criminalization, and the changing role of criminal justice systems in the regulation and enforcement of international mobility and borders. The Handbook is focused on the migratory ‘fault lines’ between the Global North and Global South, which have produced new or accelerated sites of state control, constructed irregular migration as a crime and security problem, and mobilized ideological and coercive powers usually reserved for criminal or military threats. Offering a strong international focus and comprehensive coverage of a wide range of border, criminal justice and migration-related issues, this book is an important contribution to criminology and migration studies and will be essential reading for academics, students and practitioners interested in this field.