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Sunday, October 14, 2012

Should I purchase student travel insurance as primary or secondary?

Should I purchase student travel insurance as primary or secondary?
I am moving to the Netherlands to begin grad school for 2 years. I am currently paying for an individual health insurance policy provided by BCBS. I have had this policy for 3 years. I have no health issues, take no medication, am young and a picture of health. I.e. I'm very cheap to insure. However my rates are steadily increasing and my coverage is crap and I loathe BCBS just on principle. There are some very good insurance policies available to foreign students in the Netherlands that offer great coverage. I'm tempted to purchase a policy as primary and then cancel my BCBS. This is a risk if I no longer have a student status and I need to renew the student policy. In this case, if return to the US, I'll need to get another US individual policy. I'm afraid that I won't be able to get similar coverage for the rates I pay now (under$200/month) I don't want to pay for two policies, the more expensive one being even more useless than it is now while I'm overseas.
Insurance - 1 Answers
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Since most domestic policies do not cover at all if you are out of the country the BCBS policy will be totally useless to you and you'll be wasting the premium. The premium for a policy generally has nothing to do with how long you have had it so the premium when you get back will be the same as the premium if you kept the policy in force. The only exception would be if your health condition changes or if the same policy is no longer available for new applications.

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Sunday, October 7, 2012

Why are the Scandinavian countries students smarter than US students?

Why are the Scandinavian countries students smarter than US students?
Scandinavian students, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, when compared to other countries, consistently rank at the top in Math and Science and, one can only assume, in the humanities as well. The US ranks down at the bottom. I am a Social Studies teacher and a parent of three. I would love to be an amazing teacher like those in the Scandinavian nations. I want to know how they do it. Scandinavian & Germanic nation's students, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, etc. when compared to other countries, consistently rank at the top in Math and Science and, one can only assume, in the humanities as well. The US ranks down at the bottom. I am a Social Studies teacher and a parent of three. I would love to be an amazing teacher like those in the Scandinavian nations. I want to know how they do it.
Other - Cultures & Groups - 7 Answers
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Standards.
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It could be in the bloodline. http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendId=464880015&blogId=481242993 It's the RH negative blood, and the genes that go with it.
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Could be the quality of the teachers in the US. Knowing that The Netherlands is part of Western Europe rather than being in Scandinavia could be a good thing for a teacher to know.
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Because they break students up by their intelligence level, so that students are taught alongside peers who have comperable abilities and students are constantly challenged. In america we stick everyone togther and basically teach to the slowest kids so no one get left behind, holding the more intelligent kids back.
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I don't think it is the quality of the teachers but the overall educational level of the citizens in general. Well-educated parents take an interest in seeing to it that their children are well-educated.
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I don't know what studies have been showing this, so I won't comment on math & science specifically, but your assumption that this study must extend to all other subjects at the very least does not hold water in the Netherlands. Last year it was announced here that a massive percentage of the dutch born and raised teaching students were, at the end of their college education, incapable of passing the relatively simple dutch language exam required to actually be allowed to teach. So perhaps, at least here, it's less a question of massively better technique, and more a question of taking resources away from one subject to benefit another.
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For that is YOUR perception..

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Monday, October 1, 2012

Which one is better between Netherlands and Germany........?

Which one is better between Netherlands and Germany........?
I am interested to study either in Netherlands or Germany..i mean one of these countries ...i m little bit confused which one is the best country to study besides living, safety, or well known degree reputation all over the world. In addition, between these two countries, which country have comparatively better part time job availability for international students and which country people r more friendly or helpful towards foreigners . Plz help me by giving reliable information as soon as possible ......
Netherlands - 2 Answers
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I'm Dutch and I know that Germany is a lovely country ... but I don't know much about the studies etc. I do know that Dutch people are extremely helpful to foreigners (most of them anyway) and we have a lot of foreign students at our universities. If you don't have a preference (language, the country itself etc.) then I suggest you talk to your study advice at your (old) school and ask them for help. Oh and I do know that nearly 90% of all the students in holland have a part time job lol. So you'd have no trouble finding one. And a lot of Dutch people know English and like to boast that they do, so you'll have no trouble if you do not understand the Dutch language.
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I live in the east of the Netherlands at the German border. I can say both country are good. But there are sum differences in education and culture. In the Netherlands people are very open minded and they would say what they think. They don't like hypocrism, but for foreigners this could be very offence. Like a Dutch cashier never would say;'how are you, have a nice day'. because most of the time we know they don't mean that. A Dutch person is always interesting in your life and tells a lot of his/her private life. Genuine is important, so just be yourself. Also the communication level is different between the Netherlands and Germany. In the Netherlands, the boss or teacher are at the same level as their workers or students. But the workers and students have respect for their superiors, but never say boss or sir. The bosses and teachers prefer to speak to them with their names, like John or Peter. At my university there were are lot of students from Germany. There are way more Germans studying in the Netherlands, then Dutch to study in Germany. That is strange, because Dutch people can speak German and a German don't speak Dutch at all. The differences with the Dutch and German education system is the informal Dutch culture and the modern learning. I've ask the Germans, why they are studying in the Netherlands. They say Dutch people are open minded, liberal and teachers are on the same communication level. But most Dutch teachers (we call them coaches btw) are from the working field. They already have a business or sum just stepped out of the real business and became a coach. A lot of masters studies in the Netherlands are given in English instead of Dutch. But both German and Dutch educations are good, but there are sum differences in teaching. Language: The second language of the Netherlands is English. 90% of the population can communicate in fluent English. We start to learn English at elementary school, as well we learn German and French at high school. Work: I don't know if you ever been to Amsterdam. Big chance if you walk in a store, restaurant, supermarket, cafe, etc, the personal only speaks English and don't speak a word Dutch. but for us Dutch people we can communicate perfectly in English even the old generation does. For work: http://www.undutchables.nl/ Cheers.

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Friday, September 28, 2012

vacation idea for single student?

vacation idea for single student?
Hey people. I want to go on vacation and the chances are that i will be going allone. Im 21 years old and i want a relaxing and safe vacation. I want to know a company where who offers single vacation. I dont want to go to meet other people (relationship). Im not a guy who likes party, drink or those kind of things. I just want some nice place, to relax with other friendly and nice people. I planning to go for new years. Im from Netherlands... and hope you could help me out.
Other - Destinations - 4 Answers
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Try a tree house in a remote forrest, seriously.
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Will if you don't want to party then Florida is out ummm... if i were you i would head to Atlantis in the Bahamas its nice you can relex and have a good time the only thing is its alittle expensive but its definty worth the money. Have a good time.
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Just start traveling alone. If you want a short break, the Belgium towns are a good start. You can also take a cheap flight to London, Prague or Bratislava. For a longer trip, Ireland, (lots of places to have a drink or a cola and meet some people without having to get drunk,) France, Spain (do not go to Salou, I would think,) but if you have the money, go to Scandinavia. For cheaper options, the former communist countries. All tour operators in the Netherlands will offer tours for young people, but I have never wanted to join them. The tours they offer that are not specifically for young people do tent to get older people, 50+. That is because most young people who do not like the "lets get drunk" kind of holidays travel alone. Stay in hostels, you meet people, pay just a little and most hostels you can book beforehand but you can also get a bed if you walk in on the day.
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You could try Barbados! That country is paradise! Also, has so much to offer. You can take a tour bus to see the whole island! So much to do, so much to see! The nightlife is GREAT! Check Harbour Lights (http://www.harbourlightsbarbados.com/ ), Boatyard (http://www.theboatyard.com/ ) and St. Lawrence Gap (http://www.thegapbarbados.com/ ),(http://www.barbados.org/stlaw.htm ). St. Lawrence Gap has not only clubs, but restaurants, hotels, etc.. Such as The Ship Inn (http://www.shipinnbarbados.com/ ), Reggae Lounge, etc.! Bridgetown, its capital, is known for duty-free shopping ranging from shoes to clothes to jewellery to books. The beaches are fabulous, try Accra (known as Rockley Beach), Maxwell, Miami/Enterprise. The people are friendly, some food are different (if you always want to try something different, you can try Fridays in Oistins (a town known for its fish market). If interested, you can check out The Barbados Museum (http://www.barbmuse.org.bb/ ). Like I said, there's so much to see in this whole island. You can try some cruises such as Jolly Roger (http://www.tallshipscruises.com/ ). You can also check out Atlantis Adventures (http://www.atlantisadventures.com/barbados.cfm ), Harrison's Cave (http://www.harrisonscave.com/ ), among other places, if this have sparked your interest, you can check out for more information below: http://www.barbados.org/ http://www.visitbarbados.org/ http://www.funbarbados.com/ http://www.totallybarbados.com/ If you are in need of cheapest accommodation out there and not care about luxury but at least clean, then I suggest Pegwell Inn Guest House, it's close to amenities (across the street is Southern Plaza), public transportation (right at the road) - a big bus to go into Bridgetown or Speightstown, maybe a minibus but for sure, a route taxi (route 11) that goes into the capital and all costs $1.50 BDS) - you could even take a taxi but it's expensive), beaches, and within walking distance, internet cafe (if it's still there), laundromat, post office, restaurants, pharmacy. For an all-inclusive, try http://barbados.org/allinclusive_vacations.php and you could check for reviews if needed - http://www.tripadvisor.com/ Hope this helps.

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Friday, September 14, 2012

Becoming an exchange student?

Becoming an exchange student?
I want to become a an exchange student i wanna go to like england or the netherlands i live in australia and i am 15 a junior in australia just beginning my hsc years and i would like to learn about other cultures ect which program would be the cheapest to use??? and how can i acomplish this??
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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my brother just came back from a six week visit in japan on a yfu shcolarship. it cost him my parents $2000 to send him, but it was worth it. to apply for a scholarship, you go to the website and give them your information. then they'll let you know if you can go or not. you could also try afs, but i don't know how much they charge, sorry. hope i could help!
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There are two types of schools: Short term courses lasting 2-8 weeks. A full school year. I will certainly recommend you to ask for prices at local agencies, so you don't end up in problems with various custom and immigration departments. Those shorter courses range in price from 2-4000 dollars. Be very clear about the language you want to study. There is a lot of difference between speaking Dutch and English. If you want to get some advices how to finance the trip some I have known have been successful by approaching the local Round Table chapter, when they attended business schools. These chapters consist of local businessmen who have a lot of connections international. It might pay of giving it a try.

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Friday, September 7, 2012

thoughts on going to university in holland from the UK?

thoughts on going to university in holland from the UK?
I'm aware it's cheaper to be an international student in the Netherlands, than one here in the UK. Many Dutsh speak three or four languages so the language barrier would not be an issue at first, and I would hope to develope my skills of the language over time. Living a language is obviously much different to being tought it. Thoughts on this? Is it completley ridiculuous just to save a few additional years of student debt?
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Do you speak Dutch? Yes. They speak English as well as at least two, three other languages. However, the primary language of instruction is in Dutch. Either you're fluent already or you take classes which most/all universities there offer prior to enrolling.

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Saturday, September 1, 2012

I'm a first year medical student in South Africa, but want to continue this in Europe. How do I do this??

I'm a first year medical student in South Africa, but want to continue this in Europe. How do I do this??
I want to leave SA and study in ,e.g the Netherlands. Preferably in English. SA is going down the drain, and I don't want to complete my degree in a country that is totaly useless. Can someone help me get info on universities and exchange progrms??
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Travel to Mexico, Jump the border into the United States illegally and try to get caught. Once caught, tell the authorities that you are a citizen of Holland. The US will fly you there and probably pay for your college and maybe even your children's and grand children's college too. It's worth a shot.

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