Virtual Exchange Programs

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What Not To Do As An Exchange Student
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What Not To Do As An Exchange Student

• Whether as an virtual exchange program student or
  as a guest, and even today, we still makes
  mistakes.
• So while various people will make suggestions as
  to how you should behave or what you should do to
  make a good impression, We will provide you with
  our top warnings as to what habits you should
  avoid committing when living in a guest's house
  and interacting with students.

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1. REMEMBER YOU ARE A GUEST

• This is arguably the most important point we will
  make.
•  Constantly maintain a degree of politeness with
  your host family members.
• It'll help to maintain good relations with the
  host family during your stay.

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2. DON'T ASSUME THINGS

• Always check with your host family when making a
  plan.
• You may know their schedule, but sometimes they
  may forget to mention a doctor's appointment that
  will result in you being picked up late.
• Most importantly, ask whether or not something
  you want to do is okay with them. 

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3. DO NOT COMPLAIN/GOSSIP

• Do not complain/gossip about your host family,
  especially the people they know.
• You don't know who your host family knows, and
  whatever you may say can come back full circle to
  your host family, to your deepest chagrin.

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4. RESOLVE your problems IMMEDIATELY

• Maybe your host mother hates you. Maybe your host
  sibling did something to make you uncomfortable.
  Whatever it is, if something makes you feel
  upset, find someone to talk to immediately,
  whether it be a trusted adult, your family, or a
  program advisor.
• If this is an immediate problem, your high school
  program probably has a 24-hours hotline. Don't
  compromise your comfort for the sake of being
  polite. 

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SUMMARY

•  Use your common sense.
• Keep an open mind.
• Always be on your best behavior.
• Do these, and your host experience is sure to be
  a fantastic one.

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