Enhancing Intercultural Competence among College Foreign Language Students: The Critical Role of Educators

Huiying Zhang, Yiting Li and Shuying Li

GBP Proceedings Series, 2025, vol. 5, 182-187

Abstract: This study investigates the intercultural competence of college students majoring in foreign languages, focusing on enhancement strategies and the pivotal role of educators. Based on a questionnaire survey of 122 undergraduates and qualitative interviews with two students, the findings reveal that teacher-guided discussions on foreign cultures, in comparison with Chinese culture, significantly foster students' cultural self-confidence and sense of national identity. Furthermore, classroom group discussions are found to be essential for improving interpersonal and oral communication skills. Assignments designed by instructors also promote critical thinking and creativity. Overall, the results highlight the importance of well-structured classroom activities and effective teaching methods in developing intercultural competence within foreign language education.

Keywords: intercultural competence; foreign languages; educators; national pride (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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