Chinese language education in Thai social context: a case study of Chinese language teaching at Debsirin school, Bangkok

Abstract

This research investigates the factors affecting Matthayom Sueksa 1-3 (grade 7-9) students' attitudes towards learning Chinese language in the English Program of Debsirin School in Thailand. In this study, questionnaires were used to collect data from 60 students in those mentioned classed. The results show that there are both internal factors and external factors that affect students' attitudes. In terms of internal factors, students' interests, risk appetite, and awareness of the importance of Chinese language have a significant impact on their attitude towards learning Chinese language. On the other hand, the study also identified external factors, including teaching content, students' parents, and teacher-related factors. From the questionnaire survey, it can be concluded that the internal factors have a significant impact on students' attitudes towards Chinese learning of the M1-M3 students in the English Program, Debsirin School, Thailand.