Academic Journal
The English-Language Learning Difficulties of Older Migrants in New Zealand: A Life Course Perspective
| العنوان: | The English-Language Learning Difficulties of Older Migrants in New Zealand: A Life Course Perspective |
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| اللغة: | English |
| المؤلفون: | Yingqiu Chen (ORCID |
| المصدر: | Educational Gerontology. 2025 51(1):57-71. |
| الاتاحة: | Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 15 |
| تاريخ النشر: | 2025 |
| نوع الوثيقة: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Foreign Countries, Asians, Migrants, Older Adults, English Language Learners, Second Language Learning, Self Efficacy, Barriers |
| مصطلحات جغرافية: | New Zealand |
| DOI: | 10.1080/03601277.2024.2382878 |
| تدمد: | 0360-1277 1521-0472 |
| مستخلص: | Older migrants are often later-life language learners by necessity. While the bulk of extant research on older language learners focuses on those who elect language learning as a constructive leisure pursuit, for older migrants with low proficiency in the dominant host country language, progress in language learning is a key factor that contributes to their independence, social inclusion, and well-being. Drawing on the life-course perspective, this article examines the language-learning difficulties (LLDs) of older Chinese migrants in New Zealand who have attended English courses, and who need basic communicative language ability in their daily lives. We identified three main life-course related factors that contribute to their language-learning difficulties and detract from their commitment to formal learning. These LLDs result from perceived shortcomings in individuals' prior educational background, factors related to individuals' current circumstances that impact their sense of agency, and unsatisfactory current formal learning experiences. We offer recommendations aimed at improving formal learning opportunities for this learner group. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2024 |
| رقم الانضمام: | EJ1454989 |
| قاعدة البيانات: | ERIC |
| تدمد: | 0360-1277 1521-0472 |
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| DOI: | 10.1080/03601277.2024.2382878 |