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THE DECISION-MAKING PROCESS AND ADAPTATION EXPERIENCES OF AN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT OPTING FOR INDONESIA AS A STUDY DESTINATION

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This study investigated the interconnected relationship between decision-making processes and adaptation experiences of an international high school student choosing Indonesia as a study destination. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, this research examines the case of a seventeen-year-old Italian exchange student enrolled in one of prestigious public high schools (SMA Unggulan) in Palembang, Indonesia. Through in-depth interviews and supporting documentation, the study explores how initial decision-making factors influence subsequent adaptation experiences and how these experiences shape future decisions. The research employs Herbert Simon's decision-making theory, Lysgaard's U-Curve theory of cultural adjustment, and Ajzen's Theory of Planned Behaviour as theoretical frameworks. The findings reveal that the decision to study in Indonesia was influenced by a desire for geographical distance, cultural novelty, and personal growth opportunities. The adaptation process encompassed various challenges including language barriers, cultural differences, and academic adjustments. Despite initial difficulties, the participant developed effective coping strategies and experienced significant personal growth. This study contributes to the understanding of international student mobility by highlighting the dynamic relationship between decision-making and adaptation processes. The findings provide valuable insights for educational institutions and policymakers in developing targeted support systems for international students in Indonesia.

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Call Number

T1634702024

Publisher

Indralaya : Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan., 2024

Collation

xii, 173 hlm.; ilus.; tab.; 29 cm.

Language

English

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373.238 07

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Text

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Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris
Upper Level Secondary School

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