Students entering university have a wide range of formal and informal experiences. Structure learning to incorporate the interests and experience of all students. The value placed on assertiveness varies across cultures. Try to accommodate students' different Interpersonal styles . Students need clear statements of lecturers' expectations.
Some students are under enormous pressure to achieve.
Students interpretations of success will vary widely. Expectations of lecturers' responsibilities differ across cultures. Explain your role clearly. In many cultures it is inappropriate to say no to someone of higher status. Local dialects may not be understood by everyone.