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050 00 $aLB2376.3.C6$bT48 1994
082 00 $a370.19/6$220
100 1 $aThurston, Anne F.$0http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n82235575
245 10 $aChina bound :$ba guide to academic life and work in the PRC /$crevised by Anne F. Thurston ; with Karen Turner-Gottschang and Linda A. Reed.
260 $aWashington, D.C. :$bNational Academy Press,$c1994.
263 $a9404
300 $axiv, 252 pages :$bmap ;$c22 cm
336 $atext$2rdacontent
337 $aunmediated$2rdamedia
338 $avolume$2rdacarrier
500 $a"For the Committee on Scholarly Communication with China."
504 $aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
505 2 $a1. Research, Study, and Teaching in China -- 2. Preparing for the Trip -- 3. Settling In -- 4. Research -- 5. Teaching -- 6. Study -- 7. Services Available -- 8. Leaving China -- Glossary of Chinese Terms -- App. A. Funding for Graduate and Postdoctoral Research in China -- App. B. Language Study Programs in the People's Republic of China -- App. C. Colleges and Universities Accepting Direct Application from Foreign Students -- App. D. General Guidelines for Direct Application to a Chinese College or University as a Self-Sponsored Student and Excerpts from "Regulations Concerning the Admission of Foreign Students in Chinese Schools (1986)" -- App. E. Visa Application for Foreigners Wishing to Study in China -- App. F. The People's Republic of China Visa Application Form -- App. G. Physical Examination Record for Foreigners -- App. H. Organizations Sponsoring English Teachers in China -- App. I. Application for Teaching Positions in China -- App. J. Sample Contract for Teachers.
505 0 $aApp. K. American Express Emergency Check Cashing Locations -- App. L. Approximate Costs of Hotel Rooms, Food, Internal Travel, Services, Clothing, and Medical Care, Fall 1993 -- App. M. Selected Reading List and References -- App. N. Trial Procedures for Foreign Organizations and Individuals to Use Chinese Archives -- App. O. Packing it in: Preparing for Fieldwork in the PRC -- App. P. Student Advisory Resource Centers and General Reference Holdings -- App. Q. 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.
520 $aBeing prepared in China, says one researcher, can mean "the difference between a headache and a productive day." Acclaimed by readers, this friendly and practical volume - now updated with important new information - offers all the details academic and other visitors need to make long-term stays in China productive, comfortable, and fun.
520 8 $aAcademic opportunities in the PRC have greatly increased in recent years. China Bound provides an overview of what we have learned from our academic exchanges with China, the opportunities now available, and resources for more information. To help visitors prepare for daily life, the book covers everything from how to obtain the correct travel documents to how to find parts for your computer.
520 8 $aFrank discussions on the research and academic environments in China will help students, investigators, and teachers, from their initial assignment to a work unit to leaving the country with research materials intact. The book offers practical guidelines on understanding Chinese attitudes and customs toward study, research, work, and social life.
520 8 $aNew material in this edition includes an expanded section on science and social science field work. Living costs, health issues, and addresses and fax numbers for important services are updated. Guidance is offered on currency, transportation, communications, taking children to China, and other issues.
650 0 $aForeign study$zChina.
650 0 $aAmerican students$zChina.
650 0 $aTeachers, Foreign$zChina.
651 0 $aChina$xDescription and travel.$0http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85024006
700 1 $aTurner-Gottschang, Karen.$0http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n81116324
700 1 $aReed, Linda A.$0http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n80031929
710 2 $aCommittee on Scholarly Communication with the People's Republic of China (U.S.)$0http://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n79091670
852 00 $beal$hLB2376.3.C6$iT48 1994