China bound : a guide to academic life and work in the PRC / Karen Turner-Gottschang ; with Linda A. Reed ; for the Committee on Scholarly Communication with the People's Republic of China, National Academy of Sciences, American Council of Learned Societies, Social Science Research Council.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Turner-Gottschang, Karen.

Contributor:

Reed, Linda A.

Committee on Scholarly Communication with the People's Republic of China (U.S.)

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Foreign study--China.

Foreign study.

American students--China.

American students.

Teachers, Foreign--China.

Teachers, Foreign.

China--Description and travel.

China.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xvi, 224 pages) : illustrations, map

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Washington, D.C. : National Academy Press, 1987.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

This comprehensive, highly readable handbook simplifies the sometimes complex aspects of day-to-day life in China. Based on the experience of Americans who have recently studied, done research, and taught there, China Bound gives the invaluable "inside" information that only those who have been there can provide. Written primarily for students, scholars, and teachers, the book describes Chinese academic life and work and how Americans can fit into it. And, because it covers such a broad spectrum of topics--from customs regulations, taxation, and medical care to hotel life and how to get laundry done-- China Bound is also must reading for anyone who is already planning or just trying to decide whether to plan an extended visit to China. Academic Library Book Review states, "China Bound is one of those books that is absolutely essential."

Contents:

Intro

CHINA BOUND

Copyright

Acknowledgments

Foreword

Preface

Contents

1. Opportunities for Research, Study, and Teaching in China

RESEARCH AND STUDY

TEACHING

FOREIGN EXPERTS

FOREIGN TEACHERS

FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHING

AGENCIES IN THE UNITED STATES INVOLVED IN PLACING AMERICANS AS FOREIGN EXPERTS AND FOREIGN TEACHERS IN CHINA

2. Preparing for the Trip

ARRANGING TO LEAVE THE UNITED STATES

PASSPORTS AND VISAS

INVITING RELATIVES TO CHINA

IMMUNIZATIONS

MEDICAL INSURANCE

MONEY, BANKING, AND CREDIT CARDS

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

BAGGAGE AND SHIPPING PROCEDURES

INCOME TAXES WHILE ABROAD

TEACHERS: HIRING, INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL, FINANCES

SUGGESTED READING

WHAT TO TAKE FOR DAILY LIFE

CLOTHING

MEDICATIONS AND TOILETRIES

FOOD AND COOKING SUPPLIES

ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES

OFFICE SUPPLIES, TYPEWRITERS, PERSONAL COMPUTERS

RADIOS AND TAPE RECORDERS

CAMERAS AND FILM

BICYCLES

I.D. PHOTOS

READING MATERIAL

GAMES

GIFTS

WHAT TO TAKE FOR PROFESSIONAL LIFE

BOOKS

EQUIPMENT

OTHER SCHOLARLY MATERIALS

TEACHING AIDS

3. Settling In

ARRIVING IN CHINA

THE TENOR OF LIFE IN CHINA

THE DANWEI

THE FOREIGN AFFAIRS OFFICE

THE QUALITY OF LIFE

PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS

RITUAL

LAW

THE FOREIGN COMMUNITY

HOUSING

HOTELS

CAMPUS APARTMENTS

STUDENT DORMITORIES

ARRANGEMENTS FOR ACCOMPANYING SPOUSES AND CHILDREN

THE ACADEMIC CALENDAR

4. Research and Study

THE UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES

THE RESEARCH INSTITUTES

THE RESEARCHER'S EXPERIENCE

AN OVERVIEW OF THE RESEARCH CLIMATE

MEETINGS WITH COLLEAGUES

WORK SCHEDULES

WORK-RELATED TRAVEL

SHORT-TERM ACADEMIC VISITS

PREPARATIONS

SCHEDULES

LECTURES AND SEMINARS

STUDENT LIFE

INITIAL MEETINGS WITH TEACHERS AND ADVISERS

COURSEWORK.

FIELDWORK AND TRAVEL

LANGUAGE STUDY

ACCESS TO MATERIALS

5. Teaching

THE BUREAUCRATIC STRUCTURE

WORK LOADS

WORKING CONDITIONS

PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

SOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS

CHINESE-LANGUAGE LESSONS

GENERAL ADJUSTMENT ADVICE

6. Services Available

THE U.S. EMBASSY AND CONSULATES

POSTAL SERVICES

CURRENCY AND BANKING

CABLE AND TELEX FACILITIES

THE TELEPHONE

MEDICAL CARE

URBAN TRANSPORTATION

RECREATION

INTERNAL TRAVEL

7. Leaving China

APPENDIXES

APPENDIX A Interinstitutional Agreements Between U.S. and PRC Institutions

APPENDIX B Regulations Concerning the Admission of Foreign Students in Chinese Schools (1986)

FOREWORD

I. Categories of Foreign Students Eligible for Admission

II. Application Procedures

III. Entrance Examinations

IV. Admission and Registration Procedures

V. Elementary Chinese and Preparatory Courses

VI. Academic Programs and Evaluations

VII. Class Attendance, Suspension of Studies, Withdrawal from Studies, Disciplinary Action

VIII. Observance of Chinese Laws

IX. Board, Lodging and Medical Care

X. Extracurricular and Holiday Activities

XI. Academic Degrees and Certificates

XII. Scholarships of the Government of the People's Republic of China

XIII. Expenses Borne by Self-Supporting Students

Regulations Concerning Short-Term Study Courses for Foreigners (January 1983)

SHORT-TERM STUDY COURSES IN CHINA

BUREAU OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS, STATE EDUCATION COMMISSION OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA

HEALTH CERTIFICATE

APPENDIX C Regulations Governing Grants to Foreign Scholarship Students and Fees for Self-Financing Foreign Students.. (February 1, 1985)

APPENDIX D Regulations Concerning Applications by Foreign Research Scholars to Engage in Scientific Research in Institutions of Higher Education in China (September 1985).

APPENDIX E Information on the Recruitment of Foreign Experts (1985)

I. Recruitment Range and Work Assignment

II. Qualifications for Foreign Experts

III. Procedures to Be Followed by Applicants

IV. Remuneration and Accommodation

APPENDIX I

APPENDIX II

WORK APPLICATION

APPENDIX F Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine Investigators in the United States

APPENDIX G Approximate Costs of Hotel Rooms and Food, Internal Travel, Services, and Clothing

HOTEL RATES AND FOOD COSTS

DORMITORIES AND FOREIGN EXPERT BUILDINGS

TRANSPORTATION COSTS

RESEARCH TRAVEL

SERVICES

CLOTHING, LUGGAGE, AND SPORTS EQUIPMENT

APPENDIX H Selected Information on Postal and Customs Regulations of the People's Republic of China

POSTAL REGULATIONS

APPENDIX I Sample Contract for Teachers (July 1985)

CONTRACT (FORM)

ANNEX: Regulations Concerning the Living Conditions of Foreign Experts in Cultural and Educational Institutions

I. Salary

II. Traveling Expenses

APPENDIX J Protocol Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the People's Republic of China for Cooperation in Educational Exchanges

ARTICLE I-GUIDING PRINCIPLES

ARTICLE II-OFFICIAL EXCHANGES OF INDIVIDUALS

ARTICLE III-OFFICIAL DELEGATIONS AND GROUP PROJECTS

ARTICLE IV-EXCHANGE OF MATERIALS

ARTICLE V-NON-OFFICIAL EXCHANGES

ARTICLE VI-FINANCIAL PROVISIONS

ARTICLE VII-EXECUTIVE AGENTS

APPENDIX K Locations of U.S. Educational Reference Collections in China and Their General Reference Contents

COLLECTION LOCATIONS

GENERAL REFERENCE WORKS CONTAINED IN THE COLLECTIONS

APPENDIX L Selected Reading List

General

Politics and Economics

Education

Science

Travel Resources

Index.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Includes bibliographical references (p. 211-213) and index.

ISBN:

9786610221462

9781280221460

1280221461

9780309567398

0309567394

OCLC:

759159830