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Unscrambling the preference puzzle: an in-depth exploration of why Indian international students shy away from home institutions for Master’s programs 破解偏好之谜:深入探讨印度留学生为何对本国院校的硕士课程望而却步
IF 1.9
Asian Education and Development Studies Pub Date : 2024-09-19 DOI: 10.1108/aeds-05-2024-0105
Ruby S. Chanda, Sanjay Krishnapratap Pawar
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Chinese students in the global south: a case study of mobility to Chile 全球南部的中国学生:赴智利留学的案例研究
IF 2.3
Asian Education and Development Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-25 DOI: 10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0082
Andrés Bórquez Basáez, J. M. Morales Valdés, Osvaldo Guzmán Núñez
{"title":"Chinese students in the global south: a case study of mobility to Chile","authors":"Andrés Bórquez Basáez, J. M. Morales Valdés, Osvaldo Guzmán Núñez","doi":"10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0082","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0082","url":null,"abstract":"PurposeThe following article Chinese students' migration projects to the global south. Little work has sought to deepen the understanding of Chinese students' mobility to developing countries. This is key to determining a more complete profile of Chinese students and whether they fit into the categories of foreign students described by mainstream literature.Design/methodology/approachIn order to understand the respective experiences and points of view of foreign students in on the process of choosing the country of study, we proceeded to identify different students of Chinese origin who have made their trip to Chile during the last decade. In addition, documents on China's international student mobility policy were reviewed, mainly focusing on documents dealing with Chinese students going abroad.FindingsChinese students are increasingly looking to travel to countries in the Global South as an opportunity to differentiate themselves. Chile emerges as an attractive destination as it is seen as a stable country in Latin America. It is a place where China has several strategic interests that may allow future professional development.Originality/valueThis article focuses on this aspect, mainly on how Chinese students perceive Chile as a place to pursue higher education. There is strong evidence of Chinese student flows to developed countries, but there are still insufficient studies on South-South mobility.","PeriodicalId":44145,"journal":{"name":"Asian Education and Development Studies","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-07-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141805300","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Problem solving strategies used in mathematics textbooks for Turkish middle schools 土耳其中学数学教科书中使用的解题策略
IF 1.9
Asian Education and Development Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-18 DOI: 10.1108/aeds-02-2024-0050
Seda Türkmen Dural, Yüksel Dede
{"title":"Problem solving strategies used in mathematics textbooks for Turkish middle schools","authors":"Seda Türkmen Dural, Yüksel Dede","doi":"10.1108/aeds-02-2024-0050","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/aeds-02-2024-0050","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>This study investigated the problem-solving strategies used in solving problems in the learning domain of numbers and operations in mathematics textbooks for Turkish middle schools.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>To this end, four middle school mathematics textbooks published by the Ministry of National Education of Turkey (MEB in Turkish), one from each grade level (Grades 5–8), were examined. The data in this document analysis study were analyzed using semantic content analysis.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>The findings revealed that mathematics textbooks' most used problem-solving strategies for each level were drawing a figure (diagram), writing equality and inequality, making a table and making a systematic list. Drawing a diagram (figure) strategy was the most used strategy at each grade level, while working backwards was the least used one. Another finding was that finding a pattern and solving a simpler analogous problem strategies were rarely used at each grade level.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Research limitations/implications</h3>\u0000<p>This study points out how problem-solving strategies used Grades 5-8 mathematics textbooks in a different culture like Türkiye. So, it may also give some important clues for applying problem-solving strategies in mathematics classrooms in a different culture.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Practical implications</h3>\u0000<p>This study may draw the attention of educational stakeholders and textbook authors who want to understand and implement problem-solving strategies in mathematics classrooms by considering a different cultural perspective.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Social implications</h3>\u0000<p>This study may point to the importance of using problem-solving strategies in mathematics and daily and social learning environments due to the nature of mathematical problem-solving and problem-solving strategies.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This document review study examined the problem-solving strategies used in Turkish middle school mathematics textbooks, and the data were analyzed using semantic content analysis. The findings revealed that mathematics textbooks' most used problem solving strategies for each level were drawing a figure (diagram), writing equality and inequality, making a table and making a systematic list. Drawing a diagram (figure) strategy was the most used strategy at each grade level, while working backwards was the least used one. Another finding was that finding a pattern and solving a simpler analogous problem strategies were rarely used at each grade level.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":44145,"journal":{"name":"Asian Education and Development Studies","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141744537","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Is internationalization abroad a prerequisite for university students' intercultural competence development? 海外国际化是大学生跨文化能力发展的先决条件吗?
IF 2.3
Asian Education and Development Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-16 DOI: 10.1108/aeds-02-2024-0040
Xiaoqing Wang, Yuting Shen
{"title":"Is internationalization abroad a prerequisite for university students' intercultural competence development?","authors":"Xiaoqing Wang, Yuting Shen","doi":"10.1108/aeds-02-2024-0040","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/aeds-02-2024-0040","url":null,"abstract":"PurposeThis study aims to examine how intercultural competence (IC) among university students can be enhanced through two streams of higher education internationalization: internationalization abroad and internationalization at home (IaH). By doing so, it aims to improve university students' IC through identifying which factors are more effective in fostering IC.Design/methodology/approachThe study is not solely a literature review, but rather a conceptual exploration based on a selective review of the literature. Due to the exploratory nature of this study, we employed a thematic analysis approach to reviewing English language literature while incorporating relevant Chinese literature to ensure a more balanced representation.FindingsWe found that international students’ IC is influenced by their overseas learning experiences, which are closely related to the duration of stay, language proficiency, intercultural contact, university management and teachers and administrative support. On the other hand, domestic students’ IC has been influenced by various IaH experiences primarily within their home university campus, such as foreign language learning, international curriculum, extracurricular activities, communication between domestic and international students, integrated management of international students, the use of Internet and communication technology and so forth. Although a direct and definitive comparison is lacking, some comparative analyses suggest that IaH experiences may yield better results in enhancing the IC of domestic students.Originality/valueThis article advances the understanding of IC development. We call for further research that values the importance of IaH in the increasingly uncertain globalization and delves into comparative analysis of the effects of two streams of higher education internationalization.","PeriodicalId":44145,"journal":{"name":"Asian Education and Development Studies","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-07-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141644033","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Digital competence of students in higher education: an assessment framework in Vietnam 高等教育学生的数字化能力:越南的评估框架
IF 2.3
Asian Education and Development Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-16 DOI: 10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0080
Lam Pham Tra, Thoa Dau Thi Kim
{"title":"Digital competence of students in higher education: an assessment framework in Vietnam","authors":"Lam Pham Tra, Thoa Dau Thi Kim","doi":"10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0080","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0080","url":null,"abstract":"PurposeThis study investigates the digital competence (DC) of undergraduate students, considering three key dimensions: use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) resources, knowledge about ICT resources, and attitude towards ICT. We also examined the relationship between these aspects in order to build a DC assessment framework.Design/methodology/approachA structured questionnaire was administered to students from several universities in Vietnam in order to assess their DC. A PLS analysis was conducted based on data from 551 valid responses.FindingsStatistical analyses showed that the DC of students was quite low. The findings certify that knowledge of ICT resources is a total intermediate variable in the impact of attitude towards ICT on the use of ICT resources by students.Practical implicationsOur findings provide important implications for policymakers and teachers' insights for authorities, universities, and scholars to develop strategies for DC of students in higher education.Originality/valueThis study is the first to explore the DC assessment framework for students in higher education in an emerging market, Vietnam.","PeriodicalId":44145,"journal":{"name":"Asian Education and Development Studies","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-07-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141640930","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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ChatGPT in education: unveiling frontiers and future directions through systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis 教育领域的 ChatGPT:通过系统文献回顾和文献计量分析揭示前沿和未来方向
IF 2.3
Asian Education and Development Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-09 DOI: 10.1108/aeds-05-2024-0101
Buddhini Amarathunga
{"title":"ChatGPT in education: unveiling frontiers and future directions through systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis","authors":"Buddhini Amarathunga","doi":"10.1108/aeds-05-2024-0101","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/aeds-05-2024-0101","url":null,"abstract":"PurposeThis is a dual-focused study that anticipates qualitatively and quantitatively examining the literature on the recently initiated revolutionizing concept of ChatGPT in education by performing a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) and bibliometric analysis. Current study analyzed eight research questions: (1) the main information and annual scientific publications on ChatGPT in education, (2) the pioneer authors and collaborative authors exploring ChatGPT in education, (3) the authors' productivity through Lotka’s Law of Authors’ Scientific Productivity, (4) the most pertinent sources on ChatGPT in education and how are sources clustered through Bradford’s Law of Scattering, (5) the most related, cited countries and the nature of international collaborations exploring ChatGPT in education, (6) the most relevant publications exploring ChatGPT in education, (7) the most occurring and trending keywords in the empirical studies on ChatGPT in education, and (8) the themes and areas for future investigations on ChatGPT in education.Design/methodology/approachThe current study was designed as a SLR and bibliometric analysis, extracting articles from the Scopus database and utilizing both Biblioshiny and VOSviewer software for advanced scientific mapping and visualizations via quantitative and qualitative analysis approaches.FindingsThe results indicated that ChatGPT in education is a progressively evolving worldwide concept generating 45 scientific publications from 2023 to 2024 (May). The USA, China, and Indonesia are the most productive countries that have published articles on ChatGPT in education. The education systems, AI, students, educational computing, human experiments, teaching, educational status, chatbots, generative AI, academic integrity, educational technology, worldwide education, and technology acceptance are the pertinent future directions in the field of ChatGPT in education.Originality/valueThe analysis’s outcomes will enhance the area of study with theoretical and practical implications and benefit students, teachers, policymakers, regulators of educational and higher educational sectors, government, and the general public worldwide with effective utilization of ChatGPT in education.","PeriodicalId":44145,"journal":{"name":"Asian Education and Development Studies","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141666073","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Academic leadership and job performance: the effects of organizational citizenship behavior and informal institutional leadership 学术领导力与工作绩效:组织公民行为和非正式机构领导力的影响
IF 1.9
Asian Education and Development Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-09 DOI: 10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0074
Kamila Ludwikowska, K.A. Zakkariya, Nimitha Aboobaker
{"title":"Academic leadership and job performance: the effects of organizational citizenship behavior and informal institutional leadership","authors":"Kamila Ludwikowska, K.A. Zakkariya, Nimitha Aboobaker","doi":"10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0074","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0074","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>Grounded on the distributed theory and the social exchange theory, the current study investigates the determinants that positively influence job performance among educators within the realm of higher education in India. It particularly assesses the impact of perceived academic leadership on performance and explores the mediating and moderating effects of organizational citizenship behavior and informal institutional leadership.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>Employing a descriptive research design, this study encompasses a broad cross-section of faculty members from various higher educational institutions across India. Data were gathered from 826 educators using a snowball sampling technique, with questionnaires administered online. Each variable was measured using prevalidated scales.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>The findings from the moderated mediation model indicate a significant indirect relationship between perceived academic leadership and job performance, which is mediated by organizational citizenship behavior. Furthermore, informal institutional leadership demonstrates significant conditional indirect effects, enhancing the link between academic leadership and job performance up to a threshold, beyond which its influence diminishes.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This study pioneers the exploration of academic dynamics beyond mere titles and ranks in the Indian educational sector. It delineates both the direct and indirect roles these dynamics play in enhancing faculty performance, providing a novel insight into the complexities of academic leadership.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":44145,"journal":{"name":"Asian Education and Development Studies","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141574855","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Inefficient urban-rural resource allocation and reduced tuition benefits for preschool education: an example from a Chinese county 城乡资源配置效率低下与学前教育保教费减免:以中国某县为例
IF 2.3
Asian Education and Development Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-09 DOI: 10.1108/aeds-02-2024-0035
Weiyue Yang, Quanbao Jiang
{"title":"Inefficient urban-rural resource allocation and reduced tuition benefits for preschool education: an example from a Chinese county","authors":"Weiyue Yang, Quanbao Jiang","doi":"10.1108/aeds-02-2024-0035","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/aeds-02-2024-0035","url":null,"abstract":"PurposeTaking urban-rural disparity into account, this research examines the current service provision of preschool education at the local level in China.Design/methodology/approachFollowing a qualitative design, the research is based on a case study on the preschool service provision in Luochuan County in China, with data collected from semi-structured interviews with grassroots officials and residents from the county’s rural and urban regions.FindingsThis research finds that preschool services are inefficiently delivered between the county’s rural and urban areas. While services are oversupplied in rural regions, the popular demand for urban kindergartens is inadequately addressed. Moreover, the tuition subsidy offered by the local government has drastically decreased in recent years.Research limitations/implicationsThis research is confined to a single-case study, so its findings are not necessarily applicable to all Chinese localities. Nevertheless, it proves that these problems in preschool service provision can be a result of the central authority’s tight control.Social implicationsGiven China’s rapid urbanization and fertility decline, this research argues that overinvestment in rural kindergartens can be a widespread phenomenon throughout China. It also suggests a decreasing popular demand for other public services, such as childcare, in Chinese rural regions. This research calls for special attention to the persistent regional discrepancy in preschool service standards and the welfare cuts after the revenue centralization reform.Originality/valueThis research contributes to a clearer picture of the current preschool service delivery by Chinese local governments, which remains largely underexplored by far. It also provides updates on the country’s long-existing urban-rural discrepancy in preschool services.","PeriodicalId":44145,"journal":{"name":"Asian Education and Development Studies","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.3,"publicationDate":"2024-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141666499","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Medical tourism in South East Asia: science mapping of present and future trends 东南亚的医疗旅游:当前和未来趋势的科学规划
IF 1.9
Asian Education and Development Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-05 DOI: 10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0093
Muhammad Ashraf Fauzi, Norhana Mohd Aripin, Nur Sofia Nabila Alimin, Irene Wei Kiong Ting, Walton Wider, Siti Sarah Maidin, Ahmed Zainul Abideen
{"title":"Medical tourism in South East Asia: science mapping of present and future trends","authors":"Muhammad Ashraf Fauzi, Norhana Mohd Aripin, Nur Sofia Nabila Alimin, Irene Wei Kiong Ting, Walton Wider, Siti Sarah Maidin, Ahmed Zainul Abideen","doi":"10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0093","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0093","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>This study evaluates the knowledge structure of medical tourism within the geographical context of South East Asia. This region is one of the growing economic powerhouses in the world, and tourism activities have contributed a lot to its advancement.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>Applying a science mapping technique using bibliometric analysis, the current and emerging themes and future trends are analyzed using bibliographic coupling and co-word analysis.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>Findings show that current trends produced four themes: Fundamentals of medical tourism in Southeast Asia, determinants of tourist medical tourism visits, quality of medical and health service in Southeast Asia and impact of medical tourism on national economic growth. The future trends also produced four themes related to navigating excellence in medical tourism, medical tourism and economic growth, service quality in medical tourism services and accredited destinations in the globalized era of medical tourism.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Research limitations/implications</h3>\u0000<p>This study is relevant to all stakeholders, operators and local communities in Southeast Asia tourism destinations to provide the best medical tourism with the best quality service and technologies.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>This study fills the gap by performing a bibliometric approach to reviewing medical tourism in Southeast Asia using a science mapping technique. Crucial themes are produced through topological and temporal streams that provide critical insight for future developments in medical tourism in the region.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->","PeriodicalId":44145,"journal":{"name":"Asian Education and Development Studies","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141549434","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Understanding the dynamics of English-speaking challenges for students in Kazakhstan 了解哈萨克斯坦学生面临的英语挑战动态
IF 1.9
Asian Education and Development Studies Pub Date : 2024-07-03 DOI: 10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0083
Kymbat Yessenbekova
{"title":"Understanding the dynamics of English-speaking challenges for students in Kazakhstan","authors":"Kymbat Yessenbekova","doi":"10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0083","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1108/aeds-04-2024-0083","url":null,"abstract":"<h3>Purpose</h3>\u0000<p>The purpose of this paper is to explore the English-speaking challenges confronted by English as Foreign Language (EFL) students in the context of Kazakhstan, a Central Asian, post-Soviet nation, particularly focusing on the interrelation of English language fluency issues, psychological conditions and the influence of environmental factors.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Design/methodology/approach</h3>\u0000<p>This qualitative inquiry is firmly situated in Krashen’s second language acquisition theory. The research cohort comprises ten undergraduates from the esteemed Foreign Languages and Translation Studies Department, their narratives forming the basis for data analysis. The author conducted structured interviews with the participants.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Findings</h3>\u0000<p>The findings demonstrate that limited language proficiency not only hinders fluency but also initiates psychological challenges, forming a difficult cycle. Additionally, environmental elements, such as interactions with teachers and peers, have both beneficial and adverse impacts on speaking improvement. Acknowledging and tackling these complex dynamics is crucial for developing focused interventions that foster a supportive learning environment conducive to enhancing language acquisition and fluency.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Research limitations/implications</h3>\u0000<p>The limitation of this research is that the triangulation method in the form of additional semi-structured interviews and/or observation was not used to get more in-depth data.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Practical implications</h3>\u0000<p>The study might be helpful for stakeholders to reflect on the English difficulties they experience and to prepare effective teaching and learning strategies. In particular, EFL teachers may need to use more speaking activities in lessons to help students overcome language barriers in speaking. EFL teachers might also adopt strategies such as not judging learners’ mistakes in the first phase of their language practices until they get used to speaking without any psychological blocks and paying additional attention to vocabulary and grammar knowledge in communicative lessons. EFL students may use the strategies to consciously evaluate their skills and not learn the speaking material by heart beforehand. In addition, university administration may organize regular speaking clubs for students in order to create an immersive environment. Moreover, they might require teachers to show up with their speaking capabilities before hiring English teachers, especially in English-related specialization departments.</p><!--/ Abstract__block -->\u0000<h3>Originality/value</h3>\u0000<p>The research indicates a lack of support and a judgmental environment, passive involvement in communicative pursuits and memorization as instrumental strategies for augmenting oral proficiency. These reasons have created difficulties in speaking English for students studying in Englis","PeriodicalId":44145,"journal":{"name":"Asian Education and Development Studies","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2024-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141503512","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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