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Purpose: This article investigates how English competence is perceived and valued in China’s matchmaking market, paying special attention to how English proficiency is mentioned on matrimonial posters publicly displayed in the market. Methods: The study is qualitative by nature. Fieldwork was conducted in the market to obtain...
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... Also, Luo (2021) conducted a study focusing on evaluative comments on the quality of language massive open online courses (MOOCs) from learners' perspectives with GT. GT has also been applied to the usefulness of Seewo interactive whiteboards for ESL (English as a second language) instruction (Luo et al. 2023), micro-level language policy and planning in English education (Liang, Li, and Chik 2022), and the role of English in China's matchmaking market (Zhao and Shen 2024). This body of research underscores GT's versatility in addressing varied educational challenges. ...
Evolving educational paradigms and cultural expectations present distinct challenges for novice English teachers. This study explores the crucial role of emotional preparedness in novice English teachers, particularly in China, where gaps in understanding and support are evident. Employing a qualitative grounded theory approach, the study identifies key emotional management skills and institutional support factors via in-depth interviews, incorporating a psycho-social framework to explore how emotional regulation and self-awareness are crucial for teacher resilience and effectiveness. The findings underline the importance of personal emotional management skills, such as self-awareness and emotional regulation, alongside institutional support mechanisms, including professional development and peer networks. The research underscores the need for targeted training programmes that enhance personal and organisational support to boost teachers’ emotional resilience. These insights are pivotal for developing interventions that improve novice teachers’ emotional capabilities, promoting a more supportive educational milieu in China.
