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Verbalists Education Beyond Borders PodcastMar 19, 2023

Study in Denmark – Three years of post-study work rights introduced
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Study in Denmark – From April 1st, new rules relating to work and residence permits came into effect for international students who have completed their studies in Denmark. The Danish parliament has approved a number of changes to the country’s immigration system to attract and retain more international talent, including the introduction of extended post-study work rights for non-EU international students.
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Growing number of Latin American students choose Canada for their studies
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Latin American students are more enthusiastic than ever about study abroad, and Canada has become extremely popular in these markets.
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Is our data with TikTok safe?
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Is TikTok a threat to our privacy? This is the question on the tip of many people’s tongues when discussing TikTok. Concerns have been raised about content and the influence it wields on young people, however the greatest issue lies in how TikTok protects users’ data.
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Comparative costs for 20 study destinations
International students interested in studying abroad are constantly looking for the most affordable yet highest living and educational standard. Today, we bring you the analysis of total monthly student costs for 20 study destinations.
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St. Patrick’s Day: Bet you didn’t know this
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March 17th marks a special holiday for the Irish and for everyone all over the world — It is St. Patrick’s Day! Let’s learn some facts about St. Patrick’s Day that you probably never knew before. Did you know that wearing head-to-toe green and drinking Guinness actually have nothing to do with the real Saint Patrick?
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Western universities must quickly diversify their international student recruitment
The geopolitical upheaval linked to the war in Ukraine underlines that no student market can be viewed as entirely stable any more. Therefore, Western universities are having to quickly expand the number of regions and countries they recruit in as a result.
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Work rights in Australia extended for international students
The post-pandemic recovery of the international education sector has been boosted by generous policies concerning in-study and post-study work rights for foreign students. These policies are evolving, and today we’ll look at the latest rules around work rights in Australia, which are set to take effect on 1 July 2023.
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Storytelling for effective learning
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ChatGPT: Educational friend or foe?
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Many British people regret not speaking a second language
According to new research commissioned by the British Council, one in four UK adults wishes they had learned another language.
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Maya Nova, soulful voice and passion from Bulgaria
We caught up with Maya Nova, a jazz vocalist, songwriter and educator, at Nishville Jazz Festival where she performed alongside renowned saxophonist Rick Margitza.
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Universities in Netherlands are asked to stop marketing their programs to international students
The request is made by the Dutch parliament to reduce the number of international students heading to the Netherlands as the lack of student accommodation continues to be an issue.
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Football History
Once again the world is glued to the screen, watching the 2022 Football World Cup unfold, and hoping to see their favorite team succeed on the pitch. Let's take a look back at football’s roots.
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Latest study abroad news for Finland, Netherlands and Germany
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Canada is the first study abroad choice post-pandemic
Where are international students heading to study abroad post-pandemic?
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Spain removes all Covid entry requirements
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Spain has lifted all remaining Covid entry restrictions for people entering the country from non-European Union and Schengen Area countries.
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Colombians pursuing English courses in the UK will no longer need a visa
In a landmark move, the British government has announced that Colombians visiting the UK will no longer need a visa from November 9.
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Trends in Education – decreasing student attention spans
Education and teaching styles must adjust to the brain which has changed due to an increasingly digitalized lifestyle.
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International students will be allowed to work in Canada unlimited hours
The Canadian government announced on Friday that it has temporarily lifted the 20-hour-per-week limit on the number of hours that international students are permitted to work in Canada while classes are in session.
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Interesting findings about lockdown language learning
When it came to choosing a new hobby during COVID lockdowns, learning a new language was a popular choice. According to data compiled by free language application Duolingo, 30 million people attempted to learn a new language in 2020. But which languages were the most popular to learn in each country?
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Study abroad: Students and families are increasingly looking at affordable destinations
Agents responding to the latest ICEF Agent Voice survey said that students are prioritizing affordability above all else this year when deciding where to study abroad.
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The main reasons why international students want to study in Canada
Study in Canada – The latest survey shows that Canada’s perceived safety is a major draw for international students, that most students are satisfied with their experience of study in Canada, and that most would recommend the destination to other international students.
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The sinking boat led to the discovery of the big IELTS scam
The IELTS scam came to light when Unites States border officials arrested six Indian students who tried to illegally enter the country on a boat from Canada.
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More world leaders studied in the US than other countries as the UK lags behind
The Higher Education Policy Institute just published its annual analysis of how many leaders were educated in countries other than their own. Of the world leaders who were educated overseas, more studied in the United States than in any other country.
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Studying in Spain may soon become more attractive for international students
The Spanish government wants to remedy some of the logistical challenges international students face while studying in Spain. Pending new legislation, the Spanish government intends to grant residence permits to foreign students for the duration of their studies and to extend work rights for one-to-two years after graduation.
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Hawaii - myths, legends, kings, queens, history - all the stuff Tolkien loved!
Inspired by Tolkien’s love of mythology and genealogy, his fondness for names and the combination of all these put together, today, with our guests and friends Christy and Garry Shriver, we are talking about one of the most enchanting and remote places on earth - the islands of Hawaii.
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No more Covid travel restrictions for travel to France
The government of France has lifted all remaining Covid-19 restrictions for travel to France, regardless of vaccination status and where passengers are travelling from.
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Many companies are moving away from degree requirements in favor of skills-based hiring
New research on United States labor market trends points to some important shifts in the skills required by employers across the economy. In place of four-year-degrees many companies are instead focusing on skills-based hiring to widen the talent pool.
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Malta removes all travel requirements for entry into the country
The government of Malta has announced that it has lifted all remaining travel requirements for entry into the country.
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International students in Europe are facing a sharp increase in rental prices
The latest research has shown that international students in Europe are faced with an average annual price increase of 14.5% across all rental property types.
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Graduates from the world’s top universities are now able to come to the UK under a new visa scheme
The United Kingdom government has opened a “highly selective” visa scheme for graduates of the world’s top ranked universities, which it hopes will enhance the UK’s skill base.
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US colleges report an increase in new international student enrolments, but the total US higher education enrolments are declining
After suffering steep losses in new international student enrolments in 2020 and 2021, US colleges are on track for recovery given a surge in applications for degree studies in 2022/23. However, this year’s positive news for international student numbers contrasts with a longer-term downward pattern of declining college enrolments in the US which was underway before the pandemic started.
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The future and finances play a huge role in international students’ decisions about where to study
Employment prospects and reputation of higher education institutions have become the top factors influencing where international students choose to study.
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Kobe Bryant’s Oscar-winning Dear Basketball
We hope that this will bring you some inspiration, and that you will learn some things that will help you not only in English, but also in life.
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Summer bookings surge with easing of Malta entry rules
Malta has seen a significant increase in holiday bookings and visitor numbers for this year, thanks to the easing of travel restrictions to the Mediterranean island nation.
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Spain relaxes Covid entry restrictions for unvaccinated travelers
Spain eased its entry requirements for travelers from outside the European Union over the weekend, who will now be able to enter Spain with a negative PCR or rapid antigen test.
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Australia turning away Chinese students because of military training at Chinese universities
Australian border officials, who presumed that mandatory military training organized by Chinese universities was equivalent to actual military training, sent back to China the students for failing to disclose this history.
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Easter in Italy and the meaning of the Italian word Pasqua
Witnessing Easter in Italy through hearts and souls of Italians is a deeply moving experience that reminds us all of the grace we have while living la dolce vita. But can your life get even “sweeter”? Verbalists believe it can, and they even have a recipe for you!
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Canada has become the top choice for students to study abroad, survey suggests
Study abroad - one in four surveyed students would choose Canada. The US is placed second spot, with 20% of students indicating it is their preferred destination, and the UK and Australia are in joint third place.
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Is studying in the US worth it?
There was a time when the US education experience spoke for itself. But times have changed. Today’s international student has more options than ever when it comes to studying overseas. In addition, with the knowledge economy, employers often value skills over a diploma’s pedigree. And students are also becoming more aware of those changes. When it came to “value,” some students might think the US comes up short, especially when it comes to jobs and career pathways, Interstride’s latest survey-based research report suggests.
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Speak Your Mind! – Challenges of Intercultural Communication
In today's Speak Your Mind! episode, Danae Perez, a versatile linguist and anthropologist, talks about the challenges of communicating among people from different cultures.
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Travel to the UK – All travel restrictions to end on Friday
From 4.00 am on Friday 18 March, there will no longer be a distinction between those who travel to the UK fully vaccinated to those travelling otherwise.
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Ireland removes all Covid travel restrictions
The Irish Department for Health confirmed that it has formally ended all entry requirements, effective from March 6th.
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Best Women’s Day quotes
Share these Women’s Day quotes with your women in your life, and build a bond of love and trust.
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Sharp drop of Eastern European undergraduate applicants for places at UK universities
Study in the UK Education News: UK is missing out on talent as eastern European enrolment plummets
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English translation on France’s new ID cards angers traditionalists
French ID cards with English translation anger the Académie Francaise which has threatened to go to court over the "excessive" use of English on them.
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UK travel rules: end of all testing for vaccinated arrivals; face coverings in schools no longer required
The British government announced today that it is scrapping coronavirus travel testing requirements for the vaccinated, news hailed by the education and travel industries as a big step back to normality.
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UK will lose up to 90 million pounds in 2022 due to the postponement of the Hungarian state-funded Foreign Language Learning Program
The Hungarian government has announced that the Foreign Language Learning Program has been postponed until 2023, with no Hungarian students due to study in the UK or any other destinations as part of the initiative this year.
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The new US guidance for consular officers may help international students get visas
The US Department of State has adjusted its guidance for consular officers who are no longer required for student visas approvals to ask for ties of property, employment, and continuity of life that are required of short term, tourist visa applicants.
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Canada’s Prime Minister issues new priorities for immigration system
Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has signaled reducing visa processing times and expanding immigration pathways for international students as priorities for the new Immigration Minister to work on, while the country has also confirmed further extensions for online study and postgraduate work eligibility.
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Positive changes to rules for fully vaccinated students traveling to England
From Jan. 7, 2022, fully vaccinated students and travelers will have a more affordable and straightforward entry to the UK. They no longer need to test before boarding their flights, and from January 9, they can opt for a rapid lateral flow test instead of a PCR test on day two.
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Rapid expansion of English-taught programs outside the main English-speaking destinations
Almost one in five English-taught bachelor and master degree programs worldwide are offered outside the ‘big four’ destinations (the USA, the UK, Australia and Canada), according to the latest mapping research conducted by studyportals and the British Council.
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The Omicron variant and travel restriction updates for key study abroad destinations
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The emergence of the new Omicron variant of Covid-19 have had an immediate impact on student mobility and travel. Governments around the world are shutting their borders until further notice to several African countries and increasing border protocols such as testing and quarantine requirements. In addition to a temporary ban on arrivals from southern African countries and the obligation for travelers to fill in a health form ahead of their trip, here is our roundup of Omicron-related tighter border measures implemented in the major student markets.
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Who inspired you?
Welcome to Verbalists Education, a world's leading language network. As a leader in interactive teaching and learning, at the Verbalists Language Network we talk a lot about inspiration. But what does it really mean for you as a teacher and how can you feel inspired yourself and become inspirational for others? In our new episode of Speak Your Mind! Verbalists partner Celine Aloe talks about inspiration - Who inspired you?
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Canada plans to dramatically increase the new immigrants level for 2022-2023
Canada announced that it will dramatically increase immigration to boost its economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic by welcoming more than 1.2 million newcomers between 2021 and 2023. This episode is also available as a post HERE.
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Best books to improve your English skills
Reading can open your mind to brilliant new worlds and take you to a new level of English language learning. By choosing your first English books wisely, you should have a very positive experience, and we are going to help you get there. Ready, bookworms? Let’s jump in!
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No more quarantine for all under-18s coming to England!
From 4am on November 22nd, all under-18s worldwide will be able to enter England without needing to self-isolate on arrival. In addition, the UK government will recognize vaccines on the World Health Organization’s Emergency Use Listing. As a result, Sinovac, Sinopharm Beijing and Covaxin will be added to the list of approved vaccines. This episode is also available as a post here.
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The English learner’s guide to British phrases
British English is much like the people of Britain themselves: down-to-earth and full of character. We compiled the list of our favorite British phrases, 25 of them, that we believe will confuse anybody who didn’t grow in the UK. These phrases aren’t just handy for holding a conversation though – they’ll also give you an insight into just how the Brits tick! This FunTASTIC episode is also available as a post here.
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Do you change your personality depending on the language you speak?
Verbalists Education LANGUAGES BLOG: The relations between personality and language use - Do you see yourself through the cultural values of the language you are speaking? How do you feel when speaking different languages? This episode is also available as a post here.
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US to open borders for vaccinated travelers
The United States will reopen in November to air travelers from 33 countries, including China, India, Brazil and most of Europe who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, easing tough pandemic-related restrictions that started early last year. This episode is also available as a post HERE.
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New changes to the UK’s travel rules make it easier for more students to travel to the UK
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The UK government removed 47 countries and territories from England’s red list for travel restrictions, and recognized proof of vaccination from 37 additional countries, easing entry rules for passengers. This episode is also available as a post HERE.
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Agents will play a key role in rebuilding international enrolments post-pandemic
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In the latest episode of ICF’s continuing podcast series, Craig Riggs (editor of ICEF Monitor) and Martijn van de Veen (vice-president of business development) discuss some of the trends shaping student mobility this quarter, including some important developments in China and new student loan supports for international students. They are joined by Vincenzo Raimo, a global higher education specialist, who expands on some of his ongoing research on education agents and their increasingly important role in international recruitment.
The use of agents has been rising among educators over the past decade, and agents are likely to play an even greater role after the pandemic, given the need to rebuild international enrolments and with continuing limits on educator travel overseas. Students and educators alike will need more assistance than ever as they navigate evolving travel restrictions, public health conditions, testing services, and visa processing.
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The native speaker fallacy
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Why Italians speak with their hands
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Don’t be hangry! The importance of slang words and portmanteaus
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How to Fight Fake News
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