Positive psychology probe: Assessing impact factors on CFL learners’ Chinese language learning through the EMPATHICS model and Q methodology

IF 5.4 3区材料科学 Q2 CHEMISTRY, PHYSICAL

ACS Applied Energy Materials Pub Date : 2024-10-09 DOI:10.1016/j.system.2024.103500

Feng Mao , Juan Gong , Jiaqi Huang , Ye Zhu

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Abstract

The growing prominence of Chinese, driven by initiatives like the “Belt and Road,” has led to a surge in demand for Chinese language learning among international students. However, this endeavor faces challenges due to cultural differences and the complexity of Chinese linguistics. This study explores the impact factors on Chinese as a Foreign Language (CFL) learners by integrating positive psychology, the EMPATHICS model, and Q methodology. Investigating the experiences of 31 learners at a Shanghai university, the findings revealed three distinct factors: “Proactive Exploration,” “Communication and Empathy,” and “Positive Attitude,” representing a unique combination of well-being dimensions influencing learners' experiences. The study highlights the importance of considering multiple well-being dimensions in designing learner support systems and tailoring teaching strategies to specific learner needs. The EMPATHICS model and Q methodology demonstrate utility in assessing impact factors on CFL learners’ well-being, offering practical recommendations for enhancing learner satisfaction and success. Despite limitations, this study contributes insights to Chinese as a foreign language education, emphasizing a comprehensive focus on learner well-being and the value of Q methodology as a research tool.

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积极心理学探究：通过 EMPATHICS 模型和 Q 方法评估影响中国语言学习者中文学习的因素

在 "一带一路 "等倡议的推动下，汉语的地位日益凸显，导致留学生对汉语学习的需求激增。然而，由于文化差异和汉语语言的复杂性，这一努力面临着挑战。本研究通过整合积极心理学、EMPATHICS 模型和 Q 方法，探索对外汉语学习者的影响因素。通过对上海某大学 31 名学习者的经历进行调查，研究结果显示了三个不同的因素："积极探索"、"沟通与共情 "和 "积极态度 "代表了影响学习者体验的幸福感维度的独特组合。这项研究强调了在设计学习者支持系统和根据学习者的具体需求调整教学策略时考虑多个幸福维度的重要性。EMPATHICS 模型和 Q 方法在评估对 CFL 学习者幸福感的影响因素方面显示出实用性，为提高学习者的满意度和成功率提供了实用建议。尽管存在局限性，但这项研究为对外汉语教育提供了见解，强调了对学习者幸福感的全面关注以及 Q 方法作为研究工具的价值。

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ACS Applied Energy Materials Materials Science-Materials Chemistry

CiteScore

10.30

自引率

6.20%

发文量

1368

期刊介绍： ACS Applied Energy Materials is an interdisciplinary journal publishing original research covering all aspects of materials, engineering, chemistry, physics and biology relevant to energy conversion and storage. The journal is devoted to reports of new and original experimental and theoretical research of an applied nature that integrate knowledge in the areas of materials, engineering, physics, bioscience, and chemistry into important energy applications.