44. Do the Advantages of International Exchange Programs Outweigh the Disadvantages? - a podcast by Lilie King

Some educationalists think that a program of international exchange visits will offer teenage school students various benefits. Do you think the advantages of it outweigh the disadvantages?

 

1. international exchange programs /exchange programs abroad /living and studying abroad for a period of time /experiences abroad

 

2. schoolboys /schoolgirls

 

3. mental health /mental well-being

 

4. language barriers

 

5. foreign exchange students

 

6. socialize

 

7. However, I do not think this is a major disadvantage because…

 

8. host schools

 

9. collaborate with somebody on something

 

10. problem solvers /the ability to solve problems /problem-solving skills /problem solving

 

11. work through an unfamiliar or crisis situation

 

12. host family

 

13. I believe this is a great advantage because…

 

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