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48. Read the information about the German Academic Exchange Service then ask and answer questions using the following words:

Pronouns: what, where, how many. Nouns: representation, language. Verbs: perform, choose.

DAAD Head Office in Bonn is the "home" of the executive management and, so, is the hub for all national and international activities of the DAAD. Its representation in Berlin (DAAD’s second home base) performs important cultural, science, education and research policy functions.

The DAAD also has an extensive presence abroad. Its Regional Offices around the world maintain contacts with partners and create efficient communications channels, perform programme management responsibilities and provide support at local level: Beijing, Cairo, Hanoi, Jakarta, London, Mexico City, Moscow, Nairobi, New Delhi, New York, Paris, Rio de Janeiro, Tokyo, and Warsaw.

A number of activities serve the goal of making the legislative frameworks governing study and research stays in Germany more hospitable. The desired improvements range from comprehensive information and changes to the legislation on foreigners (status and work permits) through to admissions procedures at German higher education institutions and the guidance and supervision programmes.

The removal of language barriers deserves particular attention. This goal is served by the worldwide use of a centrally-set and corrected German as a foreign language test called “TestDaF”, which students can currently take at 300 test centres in 80 countries; moreover, Germany’s universities are increasingly choosing TestDaF as an alternative to the standard DSH German language proficiency test known as "Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang ausländischer Studienbewerber" which they generally used before.

http://www.daad.de/de/index.html

49. Project task.

There are some programmes for graduates who speak English very well and got a diploma after 2002. They have an opportunity to study in Germany from 10 months till 2 years and get a German higher education certificate. To be admitted to a degree programme, you have to send an application either to the university of your choice or to uni-assist and enclose some documents. But please note that other or additional papers may also be required, depending on the university and degree programme in question. If your papers are incomplete, your admission may be rejected.

Try to prepare some of the following documents to help one of your students to study in a German university:

1.Бланк заявки с приклеенной фотографией.

2.Автобиография (CV).

3.Список научных публикаций, если они имеются.

4.Подробное обоснование необходимости учебы в Германии и выбора конкретного учебного курса.

5.Распечатка из Интернета условий участия в данной программе последипломного обучения, которая должна включать:

-точное наименование учебного курса; -условия допуска к обучению по данной программе;

-предполагаемый учебный план и предполагаемую продолжительность обучения; -плату за обучение.

В случае получения соискателем стипендии, до начала обучения (01.10.2009) необходимо представить в DAAD подтверждение немецкого вуза о зачислении (Zulassungsbescheid). В противном случае стипендия отзывается!

6.Рекомендации от двух преподавателей российского вуза по специальности (бланк в Интернете: http://www.daad.ru/recommendation.doc).

7.Копии свидетельств об образовании и их перевод на немецкий или английский язык (переводы могут быть заверены по месту нынешней учебы или работы; для отборов достаточно и самостоятельно сделанного перевода без заверения):

а) копия диплома о высшем образовании вместе с Приложением к диплому с результатами промежуточных и итоговых экзаменов (если его еще нет, то копию зачетной книжки за весь период обучения; копия диплома предоставляется в этом случае не позднее момента начала стипендии); б) копия аттестата о среднем (полном) образовании с табелем итоговых оценок успеваемости.

8.Справка о знаниях немецкого или английского языка.

9.Адресный листок (1 экземпляр) следует положить между первым и вторым комплектами документов, в нем необходимо указать название города с почтовым индексом, номер дома, корпуса и квартиры, телефоны с кодом города и действующий адрес электронной почты.

50.There are a lot of Russian students who go abroad not only to study but to get work experience. What such projects do you know? Have you ever gone to another country to work? Your friends?

51.Match each of the following lines of words with one of the words below:

job money experience schedule skills

________________ available, summer, low-level

________________ basic, management, communication

________________ work, flexible, train

________________ earned, big, pocket

________________ work, previous, practical

52. Read the following information about jobs available for students. Think of a job, describe it and let the rest of the group guess it.

Work and travel program

Through the Work & Travel USA Program you can work in just about any job available in the US for up to four months during your summer vacation. The Work & Travel USA Program benefits you by allowing you to immerse yourself in U.S. culture, earn money and act as a student ambassador for your home country. Not to mention that work experience abroad looks great on your CV!

Types of Jobs

Resort Work

Resorts provide many summer jobs and some winter jobs, and depend heavily upon students seeking seasonal work. The most common jobs in resorts are waiter or waitress, dishwasher, chambermaid or other hotel work. Though your duties may not be very exciting, you are being paid to work in what is often a beautiful and peaceful work environment where you can befriend many Americans.

Hotel Work

Hotel work is similar to resort work, and the jobs are often low-level. Most are for chambermaids, but there are also positions as bellboys and valets, at the front desk, in the hotel laundry, in restaurant facilities, hotel maintenance, etc. The salaries for most of the jobs are lower as you are expected to improve your wages by earning tips.

Restaurant Work

Restaurant work is easy to find. It might be tiring to do, but you come into contact with different types of people, and can make good money through tips. Expensive restaurants have greater competition for jobs, which usually offer better salaries and larger tips. In coffee shops and diners, counterpersons or waitstaff are needed. Large restaurants need bussers to clear the tables, and kitchen and dishwashing staff. Most restaurant jobs are found by walking in and speaking to the restaurant manager.

Department Stores

The American department store offers a variety of employment opportunities. The most common job is sales assistant, helping customers or working the cash registers. Large department stores are open six or seven days a week, and many are open in the evenings. This will enable you to arrange a fairly flexible working schedule. Many stores hire extra workers during the busy Christmas shopping season, which begins around Thanksgiving (late November). Supermarkets have high staff demands for workers. Most openings are for cashiers, baggers, stock clerk, and sales assistant. The best way to find these jobs is to walk in with your Resumé and ask to see the manager.

Temporary Office Work

Many offices take on help for a short period of time. If you have special office skills such as typing or computer skills, your changes of being hired are good. (Keep in mind that the keyboard used in the U.S. may differ from those of other countries).

Commission Sales

These are jobs with income based partly or entirely on the amount of goods you sell. Be very careful about these jobs, because you are not guaranteed income. If you are extremely outgoing, have sales experience, and are willing to work long hours, you may be successful and earn good money.

Theme Parks

America has many theme parks, such as Disney World, Six Flags, and Busch Gardens, which all hire a lot of students each summer. The work opportunities vary from operating the amusement park rides to selling popcorn and candy, to working in various souvenir shops.

Security Guard

Business establishments, construction sites, apartment houses, and many other locations require someone on the premises to deter petty theft and vandalism. This work is easy but slow. Check in the Yellow Pages under "Guards" or "Security" or in the classified advertisement section of the newspapers.

http://www.ciee.org/wat/working/types.html

53. There are some jobs that are forbidden for students. Look through the list given below and say why they are forbidden.

Au pair / nanny / babysitting / domestic labor.

Camp counselor / teacher / coach.

Medical / veterinary / pharmaceutical services or any job that requires direct patient contact or dispensing of medication.

Adult Entertainment Industry Jobs.

Crew member on ships or aeroplanes, or as pilots.

Sales jobs involving purchasing sales merchandise to resell (e.g. door-to-door sales).

Employment through staffing agencies.

54. When do Russian students have an opportunity to go to the USA to work? How long? RULES & REGULATIONS

Work & Travel USA allows eligible students to work in the USA for a maximum of 4 months and to travel at the end of their working period for up to a maximum of 25 days. All Work & Travel USA participants must note that they can only work and travel within the program dates. There are three seasons (Winter (November 15thApril 15th Southern Hemisphere students only), Spring (Dates vary. Primarily students from Asian countries.) and Summer (June 1stOctober 19th European Students and all other students.)) when students are admitted into the program.

The DS2019 Form

You may never have heard of this important bit of documentation before, but once you become a Work &Travel Student, those numbers and letters will become very familiar to you. The DS2019 is the document that permits you to work legally in the U.S. Work & Travel USA participants may only work between the dates shown in box 3 on the DS-2019. Working outside of these dates is ILLEGAL. If a participant breaks this rule, he or she is likely to be arrested and the full consequences of U.S. Law will then be applied.

http://www.wiseabroad.org/work_and_travel_usa.htm

55. According to the information below fill in the table:

Age

Registration at the university

Level of English ability

Money available

Eligibility to Participate on the Work & Travel USA Program

CIEE has been designated by the U.S. State Department to administer Work & Travel USA Program. As a program sponsor, CIEE helps to obtain all necessary work documents, provides supervision and emergency backup service throughout the program.

According to US State Department guidelines, "the selection will be limited to bona fide university students screened for maturity and ability to get maximum benefit from Summer Travel/Work Programs." To be eligible for the Work & Travel USA program, you must:

-According to CIEE rules, be between 18 and 30 years old.

-Be registered as a full-time student at an accredited university or other state-recognized institution of post-secondary education. The degree/diploma course on which you are registered must be at least 2 years in duration. Students on post-graduate courses which are less than two years can also be accepted (e.g. masters courses). "Gap year" students or high school graduates are not eligible.

-Be able to function in an English-speaking work environment. Before participating on the Work & Travel USA Program, you will be screened for an intermediate/advanced level of English ability. This can be verified by having a Certified English Teacher fill out the English Ability and Reference section of the application form and/or by submitting scores from an accredited English test: TOEFL, TOEIC, Cambridge English Exam (First, Advanced, Proficiency).

-Undergo an interview, conducted by a CIEE staff member or a partner organization agent either in person or by telephone.

-Have a pre-arranged job and a minimum of $475 (US dollars) available in order to support yourself upon arrival in the USA. When a pre-arranged job is not required and the a participant does not have a job, US$950 must be available in personal funds upon arrival in the USA.

http://www.ciee.org/about/aboutCIEE.asp

56.Talk with your partner about your ability to go to the U.S. concerning each point of Ex. 55. Do you have any problems? How can you solve them?

57.Project task. Visit the CIEE website and print out the samples of the documents necessary for entering the USA (the list is given below). Tell other students about the documents you have found emphasising the main features.

Entering the U.S. - Important Documents

When you enter the U.S. with the Work & Travel USA Program, you are under the status of a "J-1 Exchange Visitor." This gives you the right to work legally in the U.S. under the terms of the program. When coming through immigration at the airport, you will need to show the following documents to the Immigration Officer:

DS-2019 form (issued by CIEE as your legal sponsor)

Passport with J-1 Visa (except for Canadian students)

I-94 card (This is the white card which you will receive on the airplane; this is a U.S. Government entry document). Do not use the green visa waiver card! Save this card; it is vital when applying for Social Security!

Employment Offer Agreement Form (EOAF)

Form 1-797, SEVIS Receipt Fee

Before leaving for the US, be sure to print out these documents:

Dear Employer Letter (Give this to your employer in the US when you arrive. This letter explains that you are a participant on the Work & Travel USA program through CIEE, and will assist your employer in setting up your paycheck properly.)

Social Security Application (Be sure to take this completed application to the Social Security office.)

Dear Social Security Officer (CIEE provides you with this letter to help you through the Social Security process. Please take this with you when you apply for your card, and present to the Social Security Officer.)

Legal Opinion Letter (After you have applied for your Social Security Card, it is legal for you to receive paychecks even if you are still waiting for your card. This letter explains this fact, and is written by an attorney in case your employer has any questions.)

58. Along with customs inspection people entering some other country should pass immigration procedure. It is important that you cooperate fully with the Immigration Officer and answer all questions clearly and respectfully. The officer may ask you for some general details about your visit. You will also show the officer the documents listed below.

The procedure for entering the U.S. is as follows:

-When you arrive in the U.S., present your DS-2019 form and your J-1 visa in your passport to an officer of the Immigration Officer.

-The Immigration Officer will take a copy of your DS-2019 form and return one to you. Keep your copy of the DS2019 form safely with your passport at all times. If your DS-2019 is lost or stolen, contact CIEE immediately.

-The Immigration Officer will also stamp your I-94 card. One part of the I-94 will be stapled to your passport and the other copy will be kept by Immigration as a record of your arrival. When you depart the U.S., your I-94 card will be taken and sent to the USCIS (Unites States Citizenship and Immigration Services). This is a record that you departed the country by the end of your authorized stay. This card must be with your passport at all times and is almost impossible to replace if lost, so please keep it safe.

And now complete and reproduce the dialogue:

Immigration Officer: Will you show me your passport, please.

Passenger: ______________________________

Immigration Officer: What is the purpose of your visit?

Passenger: ______________________________

Immigration Officer: ______________________________

Passenger: ______________________________

59. Registration is another important step. SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) has been set up by the government in an effort to keep track of all J-1 participants. Therefore, it is VERY IMPORTANT that you register with SEVIS within 20 days of your arrival. At your orientation session, you will be given precise details about SEVIS. Read the information and answer the following questions:

1.What is SEVIS?

2.How can you register with SEVIS?

3.What information should be provided?

4.What are the time constraints of the registration?

-Your DS-2019 number

-The address where you are living in the U.S.

-The address where you are working in the U.S.

-Your supervisor's information.

-Your email address.

There are 3 ways to register with SEVIS:

1.GO TO www.mysevis.com.

2.Call 1-888-COUNCIL (1 888 268 6245), and a Customer Service Representative will assist you.

3.Use the ORANGE POSTCARD you received at orientation. There is no need to provide postage; just fill it out and put it in the mail!

IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NO REGISTER FOR SEVIS UNTIL YOU ARE IN THE U.S.

IF YOU DO NOT REGISTER FOR SEVIS, YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR CIEE SPONSORSHIP AND PROGRAM TERMINATION! PLEASE DO NOT FORGET THIS IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT!!!

If you change your address, you will need to update SEVIS with this information. To do this, please call 1-888- COUNCIL or visit the SEVIS web site.

YOU HAVE 10 DAYS FROM THE TIME YOU MOVE TO CHANGE THIS INFORMATION! http://www.ciee.org/wat/regulations/sevis.html

60. You may be surprised at some of the characteristics you find in the U.S. workplace. Supervisors may share personal information that you would normally share only with close friends and may allow you to call them by their first name. Socializing on the job is common, and your boss will often join in. Despite this friendliness, you are always expected to do your job and act appropriately. To succeed in your job, you will be expected to:

Be a Team Player

You'll find that working in the U.S. is all about "teamwork." U.S. citizens often use "team sport" vocabulary in the workplace. Help your co-workers, and don't be afraid to ask for their help when you need it. Your employer may even ask you to perform tasks outside of your job description. This is normal, and will benefit your level of experience!

The ultimate goal in the U.S. workplace is completing the job. Members of a workgroup, including your boss will be very flexible about the work each team member does to achieve that goal.

Be On TimePunctuality!

Being "on time" is essential, and showing up earlier than expected makes a good impression on your employer. Showing up late is unacceptable – if you are late repeatedly, you will be seen as a person who doesn't take their job seriously. You will find that during business hours, conversations are usually short and to the point. You will have plenty of time to get to know your colleagues during breaks.

Dress Appropriately

Look at how others dress to see what is appropriate clothing. You should attempt to match the look of the workplace. If in doubt, dress conservatively! You should also dress conservatively for job interviews; even if the workplace dress is casual, you should dress somewhat formally for the interview. During the interview you can ask about the style of dress required for your particular job.

Do as the Others Do

U.S. Citizens shake hands often, and do not kiss cheeks as often as other nationalities. Shake hands firmly. Try not to be too quiet, as people in the U.S. often enjoy seeing emotional reactions, and a reserved attitude may suggest that you are unfriendly.

Keep Your Promises

If you have agreed to work a certain amount of time for your employer, you should keep your promise. Employers, especially those involved with summer or winter tourism, rely on their staff to work until the agreed date. If you do end up leaving your job before the agreed date, you should give two weeks written notice before leaving.

Be Enthusiastic and Flexible

Have a positive attitude towards the job you accept. Participants who arrive to work with "wrong" expectations irritate employers. Employers are looking for workers who are enthusiastic and willing to learn. Flexibility, enthusiasm, and teamwork are very important in the U.S. workplace. Without these, you risk losing your job.

http://www.ciee.org/wat/working/characteristics.html

61. Complete the following statements:

1.The ultimate goal in the U.S. workplace is………………

2.If you don’t know what to put on, dress …………………

3.It is not acceptable to be …………………

4.People may think you are unfriendly if you ……………………

5.Talk with your colleagues during …………………

6.You should keep your ……………………

7.……………………. Are very important in the U.S. workplace.

62.Design a poster showing main rules of successful work in the USA.

63.What do you know about life in the USA? Share your ideas with the group.

Life

in the USA

64. Read the following text and add some ideas to your mind map. Life in the USA

Tipping is a standard practice in the United States for most services. As a general rule, tip approximately 15% - 20% for restaurants, taxi cabs, and other services. If you receive assistance at the airport of hotel with your luggage, tip $1-2 USD per bag.

Typical business hours for offices in the U.S. are from 8:00 or 9:00 am to 5:00 or 6:00 pm, with one hour taken for lunch. A lunch hour is usually taken between 12:00 and 2:00pm, but may vary. Shops and stores will often be open for longer hours and do not close over the lunch hour.

Important Laws

Drugs

Illegal possession of controlled substances (drugs) in the USA is subject to prosecution by law. The penalties for drug possession vary from state to state and region to region. Any type of illegal drug use is seriously frowned upon, as the U.S. is attempting to control the trafficking of illegal substances. You are subject to fines and possible time in jail for any drug possession or association with people who have drugs themselves.

Alcohol

You must be 21 years old to drink alcohol legally in the United States. If you are under 21, and are found with alcohol, you may be arrested and subjected to fines. In addition, if you purchase alcohol for persons under 21, you can be arrested and subjected to fines.

Many bars will only accept a driver's license or identification card from the Department of Motor Vehicles which states your age. This identification card does not authorize you to drive. Contact the Department of Motor Vehicles for information on the procedure for obtaining an identification card. Drinking alcohol in public (e.g., outside a restaurant, bar, or your residence) is prohibited in many places, especially in beach resort towns. You will be subject to fines if you are found guilty.

Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

A national campaign to raise awareness of "drunk driving" and decrease alcohol-related traffic accidents has swept the U.S. Because of this, the enforcement of DWI/DUI laws has become very tough. Fines can be up to $5,000. To keep yourself and others safe, don't drink and drive. Americans generally appoint a "designated driver" when going out with a group of friends. This person agrees to refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages and drives the rest of the group to and from their destination.

Local Law Enforcement

Unlike most countries, laws in the U.S. vary from state to state and even city to city. It is important to become familiar with and obey the local laws in the town or city where you are living, to avoid any potential legal difficulties. For example, the permanent population of resort towns may be only a few thousand, but during the summer months, the population may grow to more than 100,000. In an effort to maintain order, the local police often strictly enforce minor laws. Local laws govern alcohol consumption, noise levels, and group gatherings are strict. Your best source of information will be local residents and U.S. students who are living and working in the town or city.

Smoking

Americans are likely to be much less tolerant of smoking than people in your country. As part of an intense antismoking campaign in the United States, tough measures have been taken to provide a smoke-free environment. It is illegal to smoke in many public places, so look around you before you light up: "no smoking" signs are usually posted in a clear, visible location. Smoking is banned on all domestic and international air flights; it is restricted in many office buildings and restaurants, and usually prohibited on public transportation. If you are in someone else's house and no one else around you is smoking, ask whether they mind if you smoke.

Crime

The United States has a rather notorious reputation overseas for being a violent country. Many people are often shocked at the proliferation of guns and gun-related crime. While it is true that crime rates are higher here than in Europe, few participants will encounter any such problems. Nonetheless, it is important to be aware of some of the potential dangers during your stay here. A little caution and common sense goes a long way in preventing problems.

http://www.ciee.org/wat/legal/laws.html

65.Give your advice how to avoid getting into trouble being abroad. The following ideas can be helpful:

- underage drinking;

- drinking alcohol in public places; - drug possession;

- disturbing the peace;

- disorderly conduct (talking back to the police, etc.); - destruction of property;

- shoplifting or theft;

- not budgeting extra money for housing deposits/initial living expenses, etc.; - false identification.

66.What problems can happen at work? Brainstorm ideas with the group. Read about some of them and say

what you should do in case of trouble.

Problems at work

If you are having problems with a supervisor or co-worker, try to resolve it in a strictly professional manner. You are a new employee and may encounter problems that other co-workers have already experienced. Speak to them about these conflicts; perhaps they can help you resolve them quickly and harmlessly. In any job, you may meet people you do not like, or feel you cannot work with. You may find that speaking to the person directly will help take care of the problem.

Remember that sexual harassment and racial discrimination are very serious matters in the U.S. If you feel that you have been the victim of either sexual harassment or racial discrimination in your workplace, please contact the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunities Commission (EEOC) at 1-800-669-4000 or CIEE (1-888-268-6245) for advice.

You could be laid off (lose your job because business is slow) for any number of reasons, which may not reflect on your performance in that job. Layoffs are often the result of financial issues within the company. You are usually given some kind of notice before this occurs.

If you are fired, it is because the company is unhappy with you. You will rarely be fired because of lack of job skills. Most often, people are fired for being consistently uncooperative, or for disciplinary reasons. If you are doing something wrong, you will usually be told so before the situation becomes serious. Contact CIEE about problem situations.

If you are laid off or fired, you MUST contact CIEE as soon as possible at 1-888-268-6245! http://www.ciee.org/wat/working/problems.html

67. Match the words with their definitions.

68.Make up 5 questions using the words above and let your partner answer them.

69.Student A is an employer, Student B is an employee. Discuss the salaries and additional payment using the following text.

Getting Paid

Your Salary and Paycheck

You will most likely be paid weekly or sometimes twice per month. Check with your employer. You will always receive less than your "gross" or total salary, as there will be deductions taken out of each check. Your employer should give you a salary statement or pay stub or pay slip, which will explain exactly what was taken out. Depending

on your agreement with your employer, you might also have uniform, housing, union membership dues, and other work-related items deducted from your salary.

There will also be taxes dedecuted from your paycheck. After you receive your first paycheck, be sure to review it to ensure your employer hasn't made any mistakes.

Pic. 15

Overtime

As a new employee, do not reject requests to work extra hours. Many companies will pay you one-and-a-half times more than the normal wage rate for extra hours. If they do not, you sometimes will have time off in compensation for overtime. Ask your employer for company overtime policies.

http://www.ciee.org/wat/working/paid.html

Self-Assessment

Module 2

1.Look through Module 2 to find the answers to the questions 1 – 20.

1.What language is an international one nowadays? Why?

2.List the tips to make your language learning easier.

3.What skills are tested while you are taking the TOEFL?

4.What do you do to pass your exams well?

5.What is memory?

6.Show the difference between short term memory, medium term memory, long term memory.

7.Give your partner a piece of advice about effective memorizing.

8.What does it mean to be an exchange student?

9.What are the benefits of being an exchange student?

10.Who is an au-pair? What is she responsible for?

11.What do you know about DAAD?

12.What are DAAD programmes aimed at?

13.What jobs are available for exchange students?

14.Make the list of jobs that are forbidden for students.

15.What documents do you need to leave for the US?

16.What character traits are you expected to have to succeed in your job abroad?

17.Give your advice how to avoid getting into trouble being abroad.

18.What problems can happen at work?

19.What should you do in case of trouble?

20.What is overtime?