EFL learners' problematic use of social media usage, classroom anxiety, perfectionism, and language attainment: correlations and perceptions.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The effect of social media (SM) on university students' educational progress and mental health has been studied in various contexts. However, the correlation between Chinese EFL learners' use of SM (problematic and non-problematic) and their language achievement, foreign language anxiety, and perfectionism requires further investigation.

Objectives

To address this gap, a mixed-method research design was utilized. This study recruited 480 English language learners from Ningbo University of Finance and Economics in China using convenience sampling.

Method

SM usage questionnaires, a perfectionism scale, a foreign language anxiety scale, self-assessment grids (CEFR) developed by the Council of Europe, and an interview checklist were used to collect data. Descri

SUBMITTER: Shu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10726621 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature