These stories create a very negative perception. Foreigners who come across them may assume that Nigerian society is permissive and lacks moral values, which is completely untrue. Nigerians are proud of their values such as respect for elders, family unity, and hard work. The spread of such stories can make it difficult for Nigerians abroad to be taken seriously in areas like business and academia.
Sure. In Japan, there is the story of the Tanabata Festival. It is based on a Chinese legend about the star - crossed lovers Vega and Altair. The Japanese celebrate this festival with beautiful decorations and wishes written on strips of paper. People hang these papers on bamboo branches, hoping their wishes will come true.
One challenge is the cultural difference. For example, in some countries, the way of interacting with students is very different from what teachers are used to in their home countries. Teachers may need to adjust their teaching styles accordingly.
The stories in Locked Up Abroad are true. They offer insights into the challenges and unexpected circumstances that people can face when traveling or living abroad. But keep in mind that for TV purposes, there might be some minor tweaks to make the stories more engaging.
One horror story is getting seriously ill in a foreign country with no access to proper medical care. I knew a guy who got food poisoning in a remote area of Thailand. The local hospital was ill - equipped, and he had to wait for hours just to see a doctor. It was a nightmare as he didn't speak the local language well and had trouble communicating his symptoms.
One horror story is getting stuck in a school with no proper teaching materials. I once taught in a remote place abroad where there were hardly any textbooks or educational resources. It was a nightmare trying to plan lessons without the basic tools. Another is dealing with extremely unruly students. I had a class where the students were constantly disrupting the class and there was little support from the school administration to discipline them.
When I was teaching English in Spain, I noticed a cultural difference in the learning style. Spanish students were very social in the classroom. They liked to have group discussions and debates in English. It was challenging at first to manage the noise level, but then I realized it was a great way for them to practice speaking and expressing their ideas. I also got to learn a lot about Spanish culture from my students during those discussions.