Being an exchange student: pros and cons

Nowadays the necessity of studying abroad has become an emerging trend among the youth. However, every coin has two sides and so does going abroad to study. It has countless advantages as well as disadvantages that should be taken into consideration. 

1. Think and make a list of 3-5 advantages and 3-5 disadvantages of being an exchange student.

1. Exchange the ideas with your partner. Add to your list the ideas you agree with.

1. Look through the new list. Tick the ideas that have not been mentioned yet. Are they advantages or disadvantages of being an exchange student? Explain why you think so.

1. Making new friends

2. Exploring and understanding new cultures

3. Experiencing culture shock

4. Eliminating fear and prejudice among nations

5. Getting career advantage

6. Having a communication barrier

7. Developing as a person

8. Improving your language skills

9. Having new educational experience

10. Feeling homesick

11. Gaining self-confidence

12. Speaking a foreign language all day long

13. Living independently

14. Creating a long-lasting relationship with a host family