Asian immigrant teachers in Australia: Negotiating identity, navigating adaptation, and the paradoxes of belonging

Yanxi Li

doi:10.1080/1359866x.2026.2680644

July 1, 2026Asia-Pacific Journal of Teacher Education

Asian immigrant teachers in Australia: Negotiating identity, navigating adaptation, and the paradoxes of belonging

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The aim is to explore the identity negotiation and adaptation processes of Asian immigrant teachers in Australia.
Qualitative interviews conducted with Asian immigrant teachers
Analysis of themes related to identity and adaptation
Focus on experiences of belonging and cultural transitions
Identified key themes of identity conflict and belonging issues among participants
Highlighted strategies for navigating cultural adaptation
Revealed paradoxes in the immigrant experience and professional challenges faced

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Qualitative exploration highlights identity challenges faced by Asian immigrant teachers in Australia, suggesting adaptations to improve belonging.

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Sun Yee Yip’s Asian Immigrant Teachers in Australia: Negotiating Identity, Navigating Adaptation, and the Paradoxes of Belonging examines the professional transitions of Asian immigrant teachers in...

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