Reflective Thinking Among International Students in Chinese Universities: An Inter-Cultural Perspective

Fu, Jiangtao (Author)/ Hali, Ali Usman (Author)/ Liu, Ningning (Author)

ISBN 10: 9999327206 / ISBN 13: 9789999327206

Published by Eliva Press, 2025

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143 pages. 6.00x0.33x9.00 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Reflective Thinking Among International Students in Chinese Universities: An Inter-Cultural Perspective
• Publisher: Eliva Press
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9999327206
• ISBN 13: 9789999327206
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.2 kilograms

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Synopsis

Reflective thinking (RT) is increasingly recognized as a vital competency in global education, yet its development and assessment in multilingual, intercultural contexts remain underexplored. This study examines how international students in Chinese universities engage in RT, both as a measurable cognitive construct and a lived, adaptive process shaped by emotional and cultural transitions. A sequential mixed-methods approach was employed to integrate psychometric validation with experiential insight. Survey data from 482 international students were analyzed using exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, confirming a robust four-factor model of the Reflective Thinking Scale (RTS): Habitual Action, Understanding, Reflection, and Critical Reflection. The RTS demonstrated strong internal consistency (α = .77) and high test–retest reliability (r = .83). Significant differences across gender and academic level suggest demographic influences on reflective capacity. Qualitative data from reflective journals and semi-structured interviews revealed four key themes: navigating academic and cultural dissonance, evolving reflective practices, emotional resilience, and identity negotiation in intercultural settings.