A Study on Cross-cultural Adaptation of Chinese Volunteer Teachers in Thailand
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In order to meet the needs of Thai Chinese learners, China sends a large number of Chinese volunteer teachers to teach in Thailand every year. Due to the differences between Chinese culture and Thai culture, many of them inevitably encounter cross-cultural adaptation problems. The author comprehensively uses the methods of literature research and questionnaire to explore the influencing factors of cross-cultural adaptability of Chinese volunteer teachers in Thailand. It found that the main influencing factors are the characteristics of Thai teaching model, student’ personality factors, religious beliefs, value orientation, concept of power, language estrangement, Thai climate, diet, travel and transportation, teaching pressure and homesick emotions. In order to improve the their adaptability to work and live in Thailand, this paper puts forward the following suggestions, such as reasonably adjusting psychological expectations, respecting and adapting to Thai culture, adjusting teaching methods according to local conditions, providing perfect pre-trip training for volunteers by China, and providing volunteers with help within their capacity by Thailand.
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