пятница, 20 сентября 2013 г.

Back to School (ME-32 home assignment)

What thing do you most enjoy about your university? What do you know about school / university life in other countries? Explain and discuss some of these topics:
  • the length of the school year
  • a typical day at school
  • teacher and student interaction
  • school rules (e.g., dress, hair styles, chewing gum, talking in class, cheating, arriving late, etc.)
Surf the web and find some information on this topic (be specific!) Share your findings in the comment box!

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    1. Hi, I'm student of the Sevastopol Institute of Banking. I am studing here almost 3 weeks , and I can make some conclusion about it .First of all it's
      Education building. I was really surprised to see so amazing equipped clases and of course the teaching staff.Second it's sport base. There are many sport clubs , such as basketball , football , valeyball , etc. Third it's good and comfortable hostel.
      Next it's process of education.We have 5 study days. Every days we have 3-4 pairs(lessons).One pair consist of 2 lessons by 45 minutes. The rest of time after education proces you have for the self-study and entertainment.To finish all courses of study in this institute you need 5 years (Master's degree), if you want to get only Bachelor degree you need to study only 4 years.The full course of study in High school in Europe also 5 years (Master's Degree).However only 8% Europenean's studnets dicde to get Master's degree.
      So , I can say , that the Institute of Banking gives all terms to get decent education and a good chance for self-realization in life.

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      1. Hi, I'm student of the Sevastopol Institute of Banking. I am studying here almost 3 weeks , and I can make some conclusion about it .First of all it's Education building. I was really surprised to see so amazing equipped classes and of course the teaching staff .Second it's sport base. There are many sport clubs , such as basketball , football , valeyball , etc. Third it's good and comfortable hostel.
        Next it's process of education .We have 5 study days. Every days we have 3-4 pairs(lessons).One pair consist of 2 lessons by 45 minutes. The rest of time after education process you have for the self-study and entertainment .To finish all courses of study in this institute you need 5 years (Master's degree), if you want to get only Bachelor degree you need to study only 4 years .
        Finally I want , I want to say some words about studying process in Europe . The full course of study in High school in Europe also 5 years (Master's Degree).However only 8% Europenean's students decide to get Master's degree. Also I have some facts about closes of Universities students. All university gives prefer for the classical suit , however it doesn't forbid the casual close. After studies hours students also have much time for self-study and entertainment.
        So , I can say , that the Institute of Banking has not many differences in study and at all compare with influential universities of Europe and gives all terms to get decent education and a good chance for self-realization in life.

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    3. Hello, friends.
      I’m a studient of Sevastopol’s Institute of Banking. I came hire 3 weeks ago and already have some impessions about it. Studying hire’s fun for me and it’s great! But there’re some hard for understanding subjects, so it brings some problems for me. Generally I can say only positive sides of studying in SIB. Teaching staff hire is exacting, responsible and clrever so we can take much from them.
      And now I’d like to tell you about education process in SIB. Studying week hire consists of 5 studying days and we have 3-4 lessons every day. Education day begans at 8 a. m. One lesson lasts for one hour and 20 minutes. After 3 lessons we have great break for 40 minutes.
      We have very comfortable timetable and education process, but in different countries are other rules. And I’d like to introduce you about it. So I’d like to tell you about studying in Japan. Studying year last for 8 month and begins in April. Studying week generally consists of 6 studying days. Studients in groups and teaching staff changes every year that’s in wonder for other countries. If you want to take a professional degree you must study for 6 years.
      So I can say that education processes in SIB and in Japan are similar and it makes worlds education more globalization.

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    5. Hello! I would like to tell you about education in my institute and tell a few things that I know about famous university Cambridge.
      I am a student of the Sevastopol Institute of Banking. The first set of students of the Institute was 4 years ago.
      In the Sevastopol Institute has two faculty and six departments: Department of Banking Technology,
      The Department of Finance and Credit, Department of Information Technology and Systems, Department of Economic Cybernetics, Faculty of Economics and Banking Law, Department of Accounting and Auditing, The Department of Law, Department of International Economics.
      The Institute is designed for 2.5 million students. It has a conference hall with 600 seats, each of which is equipped with special equipment for simultaneous translation. Also at our institution have a 9-story hostel for 429 people with elevators. On each floor there are the blocks of rooms and in the center there is a general kitchen and dining-room. We have a very nice student Square, consists of 6 national garden areas. In a park located summer concert venue, two fountains and three ponds. In campus there is a pool, gym, a tennis court. Moreover, there is a chapel of St. Helena. It must be said that the teaching we have is outstanding professionals: assistant professors, Candidates Economic and Educational Sciences. Regularly attend scientific conferences, student competitions and olympiads.
      I consider myself fortunate to study at such a prestigious institute and I'm glad that came here and absolutely don`t envy the students studying at Cambridge, though it is also prestigious university. And now I'll tell you a little about it.
      Cambridge University is a large university with over 18,000 students. It is located in the picturesque and historic city of Cambridge - about an hour's drive north of London. In the center of the city is almost made up of university buildings - so that student life in Cambridge is very friendly . Studying at the University of Cambridge is different from many other universities . Being admitted to the University of Cambridge is an impressive achievement. Studying load of work in the University of Cambridge is much more than most other universities and the quality of education is better . Experts who have graduated from Cambridge , are valued in the labor market and get the job in the first place. There is a comfortable hostel and paying for it is not high , as in our academy , and the conditions are much better than in other universities hostels. Campus in Cambridge comfortable convenient , everything is there for work, study and leisure.
      Of course our universities are different, but I think it's important to get a quality education, to get Bachelor and to go on for a graduate or professional degree. And I`m sure that SIB and Cambridge are provide its students with all conditions for this .

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    6. Good day! I would like to tell you about one of the best nowadays Ukrainian institutes where I’m lucky to study. “Follow your dreams. Just make sure to have fun too” (Chris Brown) is the phrase that can describe one of the Sevastopol institutions of higher learning and its inside system.
      Being a student of Sevastopol Institute of Banking is an incredible experience and a great chance to acquire high-level background and specialized knowledge, but the thing I most enjoy about institute is an unprejudiced, fair, open and warm attitude toward students as well as the perfect modern base for education. Nevertheless the length of the school year is worth special attention: at ours it’s about 9 months (from September to June), whereas, for instance, the academic year at Oxford runs from October to June (it’s shorter).
      Another notable thing about SIB is its typical day that promises not to be boring. Well, typically it consists of 3-4 lessons (6-8 academic hours) and breaks (from 5 to 30 min), that means you have plenty of time to chat, eat, of course, gossip and listen to the local university radio, offering popular music, between the hours for studying. So, you’re absolutely free at about 2-3 pm. After that entertainment can take all the rest time of the day. Important fact is that we have only five workdays whilst students at Oxford spend six (Monday - Saturday). Also another difference is lunch time, as ours is from 11:25 to 11:55 when British have more time (about 1,5 hour) and start later because the major classes end at 12:30.
      Talking about teacher-student interactions we have a positive climate inside the class that means the enjoyment and emotional connection that teachers have with students, as well as the nature of peer interactions. Also one more point is school rules that consist of many components like that we should look well being dressed in business-formal dress and well-coiffed. Moreover, we shouldn’t arrive late. These are the most important points not only in our SIB but also in most of the prestigious American and European universities.
      To sum up, the words “A University should be a place of light, of liberty, and of learning” of Benjamin Disraeli can be told about our Sevastopol Institute of Banking as it’s the place that gives all possible chances for self-development and self-realization. Thank you for paying attention!

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    7. Hello! I am student of the Sevastopol Institute of Banking. I like to study here because only friendly students and qualified teachers surround me. After school I passed testing and the results are influenced by going to Sevastopol Institute.
      For the British compulsory schooling ends at age 16, when they pass the unified state exam GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education). In fact, this document can be compared with the Ukrainian certificate for the ninth grade. Then, the student can choose between Futher Education and Higher Education. Those students who want to go in universities, have to unlearn in college for two years - the program A-level. It prepares the student to a particular profession. Exam Results A-level universities are accepted as the entrance test. Briton finishes school in 18 years.
      My house is enough far away from the institution, so I am living in a hostel. It is very comfortable and cozy. We have 3-4 lessons from Monday to Friday. During the long break we walk in the park or eat at the dining room. Also we enjoy listening to the radio. There are popular songs and interview of students on the radio. Everyone can find interest club at the Institute. And it makes student life more interesting and fun. The Institute gives us important knowledge and it will help us to find exciting, high-paying job in the future.

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    8. Hello!
      There was almost three weeks as I become a student of the Sevastopol Institute of Banking and I want to tell you some information about educational system in my university.
      First of all, I really like this institute for it working atmosphere. I’m a lazy person, so always need some control and this university can give just what I need.
      We have five working days a week and we have two, three or four lessons a day. There we write different notes and do some practice exercise. Also, we have a lot of home work to do.
      To take our university degree we should study four years. But if you want get full high degree you must stay in university for one more year. When you complete four years education you will call Bachelor and when you complete five year education – Magister. Interesting fact, in Finland to take full education you should study four years plus practice and between magister and doctor is one more position – licentiate.
      Our high educational system is not really hard, but to get your successes you should study well. It is my opinion.

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    9. Hi, I'm student of the Sevastopol Institute of Banking and I study here 3 weeks.
      Most of all I enjoy quality of education and creation of university.
      And now I want to discuss one subject, of education system and this is bell.
      Now we have 1 lesson which consists from two parts on 45 minutes and between parts we have a small break from 5 minutes. This small break gives us time to relax. And when the second lesson come to end we have big break(30 minutes). This break give us time for eating. As for me, it`s good system because we has little brake for relax and big for eating namely after 2nd lesson. At us want to make 1 whole lesson(all 90 minutes) and between lessons 1 break of 15 minutes. And big break after 3rd lesson(as I know). As for me, it`s not good, because after 2nd lesson I want to eat :D and I think that not only I. About small breaks, I consider that without them will be harder… Because they allowed to little relax.
      That all, thanks for reading, good bye!;)

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    10. Hello! I’m a student of the University of banking in Sevastopol. I’m only at the beginning of the studying, but I can tell you about our university life here. So, this is very wonderful place with fascinating buildings and beautiful landscapes. It is nearly to the sea and to the big park. Almost it’s far enough to the center of the city, so it’s really quiet place. These are what I enjoy about my University.
      What about our university life? We study for five days for a week and have two, three or four pairs of lessons for a day. Our day begins at 8 a.m. and continues until 11 a.m., 13 p.m. or 15 p.m. according to the amount of the lessons. Of course we have one big break after second pair of the lessons which lasts 30 minutes. To talk about our holidays – we have them in winter and in summer. We study from the 1st of September to the end of the summer session.
      All these rules are typical for the majority of the Ukrainian Universities.
      And I would like to tell you about university life of the USA. University education in the United States is considered one of the best in the world. Education is usually obtained within 4 years of college or university. U.S. universities can be divided into three types. College is a higher educational institution, which is mainly teaching students and if there is an academic work, it remains in the background. Universities are divided into two types: private universities and state universities, funded by the specific states. State universities are often very large, and usually not as prestige as private. Their main goal is to teach students from their state, so for students from other states competition and tuition fees are usually higher. The most famous private universities are Harvard, Yale, Princeton and Stanford.
      To sum up, there is no big difference between our and American university life. But it’s interesting to know more about studying in other countries.
      Hope that university where I will be studying for 5 years is really good in the curriculum.
      Thanks for your attention.

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    11. Hello, dear friends!
      I am a student of the Sevastopol`s Institute of Banking and i am extremely happy and excited that i have entered this amasing Institute!
      And now i will try to prove why is it worth studying in this place. This institute is always well-known, because this is where are the most modern equipment (and also pool and gym) and the first-class teachers from all over the country. From the first day i saw how teachers are professional, fair, demanding and loyal to the students. From my point of view, a true teacher should possess such qualities. Furthermore, the whole building is steeped in knowledge, so that everybody thinks only about studying.
      I also would like to mention about our system of education. To begin with, the whole process of studying lasts for four years. If you want to raise your level up to master, you will need one more year. There are 5 studying days in the week and we have about 3-4 lessons each day. There are breaks between lessons for 15 minutes and a big break after the second lesson, which lasts for 30 minutes. Timetable is carefully thought for the convenience of students and teachers. In addition, students should follow strict and formal style of dress.
      However, the system of education in other countries is a little different. Let`s take a Germany as an example. Institutions are given freedom and independence. Everyone is left to himself and can attend lessons in any order. The academic year in Germany begins in the middle of October and consists of two terms.
      Comparing the education system in SIB and Institutes if Germany, i would like to admit that they are very similar. Nevertheless, i believe that here i can receive a quality education and get necessary skills to realize myself in the future as a highly qualified specialist.
      Thanks for your attention.

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    13. It is already known that I am a student of Sevastopol institute of banking. But I want to tell you about the most memorable part of my life: it was a long time ago (almost one year ago) at school.) In our small town was the volunteer from the Peace Corps, Danielle Kerchmar. She has told us a lot of stories about America. From her I got to know that America is a unique country of boundless opportunities. Ms. Danielle organized an “English Club” (it is not only the thing that she did in our school and town, it is a small part of her work). Our American friend is sociable, open-hearted, sincere and energetic person, but she is funny indeed. Unfortunately now she is at home already… Sometimes we Skype with her. I like talking with Ms. Danielle, her energy fills me with joy and aspiration for new achievements and results.
      Actually now she has a blog where she write about things that happened to her. Some time ago Danielle started her studying and told us about university life in Colorado. Look it up: “I am still in school but I only have 4 more weeks until these classes are done. There are 5 “quarters” and in each “quarter” there is 3 classes. Each quarter is 10 weeks long. I am in my first quarter and after I finish my 5th quarter, I start working.”
      There is almost no difference between Ukrainian and American education. They have some tasks for self studying, a lot of creative work and we have the same responsibilities. She is really social active person.
      I wish you like this story and you’ll find something interesting in it;)

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    14. It is already known that I am a student of Sevastopol institute of banking. But I want to tell you about the most memorable part of my life: it was a long time ago (almost one year ago) at school.) In our small town was the volunteer from the Peace Corps, Danielle Kerchmar. She has told us a lot of stories about America. From her I got to know that America is a unique country of boundless opportunities. Ms. Danielle organized an “English Club” (it is not only the thing that she did in our school and town, it is a small part of her work). Our American friend is sociable, open-hearted, sincere and energetic person, but she is funny indeed. Unfortunately now she is at home already… Sometimes we Skype with her. I like talking with Ms. Danielle, her energy fills me with joy and aspiration for new achievements and results.
      Actually now she has a blog where she write about things that happened to her. Some time ago Danielle started her studying and told us about university life in Colorado. Look it up: “I am still in school but I only have 4 more weeks until these classes are done. There are 5 “quarters” and in each “quarter” there is 3 classes. Each quarter is 10 weeks long. I am in my first quarter and after I finish my 5th quarter, I start working.”
      There is almost no difference between Ukrainian and American education. They have some tasks for self studying, a lot of creative work and we have the same responsibilities. She is really social active person.
      I wish you like this story and you’ll find something interesting in it;)

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    15. Hello! My name is Natasha. I study in institute of the bank deal. It located in Sevastopol. I like my university. We study a lot of subjects and they a very important for our future profession. We study 5 days a week and we have 3-4 lessons.
      Our institute cooperates with university from other countries like UK and Germany. And I think it is wonderful.
      And I want to tell about American education. The US educational system is much decentralized and schools vary greatly from state to state.
      In order to receive the high school diploma necessary in most states to get into college, students must accumulate a minimum number of credits, which are awarded for the successful completion of each one- or half-year course. Students hoping to be admitted to the more famous universities require far more than the minimum number of credits and must also have good grades (the mark given on the basis of course work and a written examination).
      The majority of American pupils go to the college, some to the university. Studying at college lasts for four years, and after that the student gets a Bachelor’s degree. Studying at university may take four or more years. After four years the students also get the Bachelor’s degree in Arts or Science. Some students, who wish to continue studying, go on for a Master’s degree. Studying at American colleges and universities requires certain tuition fees.
      That's all I wanted to tell you. Thank you.

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    16. Hello from Sevastopol Institute of Banking! I’m very glad that I’m a student of such a wonderful institute, and I’d like to tell you about our student life here. I have already spent three weeks in this university, and first thing that I want to tell you is that studying here is very hard! Every day we have to learn a lot of new difficult information, so we almost don’t have free time! But I know that the purpose of university is to harvest knowledge and to be educated person, so I try to study hard! Our lessons begin at 8.00 a.m. and finished at 13.30 or 15.20 p.m. I really like teachers and students here, everybody is so kind and friendly, always ready to help. The university learning amenities are great: there are specially equipped audience, a big library, and even computer suites!
      I live in the university hostel. The hostel is next to the Learning Recourses Centre and the Sports Village which offers top-class facilities for sports including swimming, football, volleyball, and even aerobics! So, Sevastopol Institute of Banking provides a higher level of education and has all these resources and facilities for people who crave knowledge.
      Unfortunately, I don’t know a lot of information about university life in other countries, but I know that the level of education is quite high. Talking about education in Great Britain, all schools are required to follow the National Curriculum, which made up of twelve subjects. In Great Britain schooling is compulsory for 12 years, for all children aged 5 to 16. After taking GCSEs, students may leave secondary schooling. Alternatively, they may choose to continue their education at vocational or technical colleges, or they may take a higher level of secondary school examinations known as AS-Levels after an additional year of study.

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    17. Hello! I'm a student of the Sevastopol Institute of Banking. I want to tell you a little about my university. Most of all I like the fact that the institute is located near the sea. Also I like the teachers, it consists of a responsive and experienced people who know their subject perfectly. Near our institute built a beautiful student square, where you can relax from the routine work. The institute is developing a lot of sports clubs such as basketball, volleyball, football, acrobatics and support group. You can also show your creativity in ways such as dance, radio host and playing musical instruments.
      As for the other countries, I'll take for example American school. The length and age for starting compulsory education varies from state to state. Children start school at the age of 5 to 8 years and ends in age from 14 to 18 years. Any student of middle and high school can go in for sports such as american football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, tennis, table tennis, track and field, cross, swimming, hockey, cheerleading, wrestling, bowling. In the morning pupils are expected to study in the space where their notes home teacher. And then they go to their audiences, as each student selects those items that are interesting to them and will help their further career. So if you have a boyfriend or girlfriend, you can't to meet him anywhere for the whole day except on a long break, which lasts an hour and pupils usually spend it sitting in the hallway on the floor and munching hamburgers. Ability of American teachers to support and encourage the student in his slightest endeavors can learn many teachers. In the American school teacher would never say "it's bad", he says "a good try" or "a lucky guess". What about school rules? School uniforms distributed in America, mostly in private schools, which usually contains the logo of the school. In conventional public schools, most of all, there is no any school uniform. But there are certain rules of style clothes. For example, the length of mini skirts must not be shorter than the tips of the fingers, prohibited transparent clothes, T-shirts should not be any obscene inscriptions. As a rule, pupils are simple clothes: jeans, wide-shirts, sneakers.
      Induced by the examples, I can say that American school isn't much different from Sevastopol Institute of Banking.

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    18. Hello, my name is Marina and I study in Sevastopol Institute of Banking. I have entered the institute this year and I think it’s the best decision I’ve ever made! Because it’s the best institute in the world! Once you see it and fall in love with it! It is just amazing building, very beautiful and supercool! We have controlled access and security everywhere so we can feel safe. And this fact is very important and I can surely say that not every university can brag about it. We have a pool! That’s awesome! It was my dream! And gym! Everything we need is here in one place! We have two modern buffets where we can have good healthy lunch and pay not much for it. One more awesome thing is a new sports complex on the sea coast… I enjoy every minute of being there… That light wind, fresh air, breathtaking view… And great beach is situated next by the complex. What else I can wish to be happy…
      Let me tell you about school in USA, about high school specifically. Schools there differ from other schools. American children study 12 years (we study 10 or 11 years). In our schools all students study together from 1st to 10th (11th) grade, but in American school children do it apart. During the all studying process students have to change schools. In high school teenagers study from 7th to 12th grade or from 9th to 12th grade. Students can choose some subjects on their own. During one studying day American children have lessons in different groups with different students. School environment is less formal so children can feel more comfortable. They have free dress code but nevertheless it’s limited. Very often major part of students have their own cars, so many schools have special places for parking. Schools also have extra courses. It might be music lessons, lessons of painting etc. Actually all students take an active part in school life, for example, in concerts, playing in school theater, sports competitions.
      School life in America is very interesting.

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    19. Hello! I am a student of Sevastopol Institute of Banking, I am a student here for 2 months . I enjoy studing here. Let me tell you how the most ordinary day in this wonderful institution. In Prevost is to say that classes start at 8:00 am so you have to wake up early . I collect a bag and head to college, it is good that all of 2 minutes to go since I live in a hostel nearby. Classes have lasted until lunch during which we go into the dining room . After we return to classes where spend about three hours. If the schedule is physical culture that we go to the sports complex. Learn difficult, but interesting . Many things have to teach yourself, this is not school. Then we are doing our homeworks, like i now. And then go sleep. Thats is a usual day in my unversity life.

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