International Students in Multicultural Classrooms

Abstract

Internationalization has been done in some Indonesian universities, including University of Muhammadiyah Malang. The program has opened a wider opportunity for foreign lecturers to share their experiences with the students within the University of Muhammadiyah Malang. In addition to that, this program has also provided a greater chance for international students to enroll at the university. The number of International students in the University of Muhamadiyah Malang indeed has increased over the years. In regards to that, this present study identified challenges faced by the international students in the multicultural classroom. In doing so, the study involved six international students from two different countries; China and Thailand. The students studied at English Language Education Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education. Using questionnaires and a semi-structured interview, this study analyzed the result thematically. The research findings revealed five areas of challenges that the International students experienced in the university.

Multicultural Classroom Management of Students in Elementary Schools

“…The way the teacher speaks and communicates with students greatly influences the behaviour and interaction of students in the classroom. Good communication creates a conducive climate for quality learning because students want to work together and show positive discipline (Nurbatra, 2018). This strategy needs to be carried out by the teacher to create a learning environment that understands each other, accepts each other, and respects the differences individually and in groups in the classroom.…”

“…The statement above is in line with the results of research (Tomlinson & Imbeau, 2010) that teachers need help managing students in the classroom due to the lack of teachers who teach by paying attention to the diversity or individual characteristics of their students. The teacher's expertise in managing student diversity is also believed to impact the comfort and socio-emotional conditions built between teachers and students in the classroom (Nurbatra, 2018).…”