Why do Chinese study for a Master of Education degree in Canada? What are their experiences?

Authors

  • Xiaobin Li Brock University
  • Tony DiPetta Brock University
  • Vera Woloshyn Brock University

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to understand why Chinese came to Canada to study for a Master of Education degree in an international student program at an Ontario university and what their experiences were in the program. We collected data from nine Chinese students in the program through one-on-one interviews. Research participants thought Canada had a safer environment than the United States, Canada had a better academic reputation than Australia and Britain, and Canada was less expensive than other developed countries. Most participants believed they fulfilled their purpose of leaving China for more education. Based on the findings, we made recommendations on how to improve the program and on further research in the future.

Author Biographies

Xiaobin Li, Brock University

Department of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies

Faculty of Education

Associate Professor

Tony DiPetta, Brock University

Department of Teacher Education

Faculty of Education

Associate Professor

Vera Woloshyn, Brock University

Department of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies

Faculty of Education

Professor

Published

2012-10-05

How to Cite

Li, X., DiPetta, T., & Woloshyn, V. (2012). Why do Chinese study for a Master of Education degree in Canada? What are their experiences?. Canadian Journal of Education/Revue Canadienne De l’éducation, 35(3), 149–163. Retrieved from https://journals.sfu.ca/cje/index.php/cje-rce/article/view/1076

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