Smarter Colleges vs. Best Colleges

A new study by Luminosity found what they believe are the 20 top colleges/universities in the U.S.  They tested students' abilities to solve problems and use critical thinking skills. I agree with most of the schools on their list - take a look for yourself and see how they arrived at their findings. I think some schools will be surprised...

Take the SAT or ACT for admission to U.S. Colleges?

Please like this facebook page if you are viewing this blog.The SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) is the most common college admission test that international students take before they apply to U.S. colleges and universities. However, the ACT (American College Testing) is another option. picture...
Link to Emerson College News: Article about Excuse Me, Can You Repeat That?International students focus of communications b...

The Guide can be ordered using these links. Search for the online bookseller in your country

The Guide can be ordered using these links - click on your country. (Worldwide from the distributor)United States   CanadaIndia     UK     France China  Japan  PolandAustralia   Germany    SpainSlovenia ...

International Students in the U.S. Offer a Lesson for Classmates

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ANNOUNCING A CONTEST - Win a free copy of Excuse Me, Can You Repeat That?

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Greetings Differ Around the World

How we say "hello" , what accompanying gesture(s) we make and what we talk about when greeting someone depends on culture:Please like this facebook page if you are viewing this blog.United StatesIn the United States it is customary to shake hands (if a formal situation), look at...

Blog Author/Guide Author Appears in Emerson College Article

Edelstein gives talk on teaching public speakingAbby Ledoux ’14October 5, 2012http://www.emerson.edu/news-events/emerson-college-today/edelstein-gives-talk-teaching-public-speakingDepartment of Communication Studies Scholar-in-Residence Cathryn Cushner Edelstein and other language professionals from around the world gathered last summer at Simon Fraser...