What question did this study set out to answer?

To investigate how English language education in Chinese universities prepares students for multicultural environments through experiential learning, cultural awareness, and communication skills.

September 17, 2026International Journal of Multilingualism

Enhancing multicultural competence through English education in Chinese higher education: a study on experiential learning, cultural awareness, and communication skills

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LZLuyan ZhangHenan University of Urban Construction

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Implication

Mixed-methods study demonstrates that experiential learning and digital tools enhance multicultural competence in university students, highlighting integrated approaches to language education.

Key Points

To investigate how English language education in Chinese universities prepares students for multicultural environments through experiential learning, cultural awareness, and communication skills.
Conducted a mixed-methods investigation using stratified random sampling and snowball sampling across university students and teachers in China.
Administered surveys to 582 participants (467 students and 115 teachers) analyzed with SPSS, and conducted in-depth interviews with 84 participants (55 teachers and 29 students) analyzed via NVivo.
Advanced English communication skills and targeted exposure to multicultural content substantially improved cultural awareness and effectiveness across diverse environments.
Experiential learning interventions and digital technology integration significantly elevated intercultural communication capabilities and student engagement with global viewpoints.

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Luyan Zhang (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6aabb8375f706d05830e7d47 https://doi.org/10.1080/14790718.2026.2731264

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Implication

Mixed-methods study demonstrates that experiential learning and digital tools enhance multicultural competence in university students, highlighting integrated approaches to language education.