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El tándem en línea como herramienta de aprendizaje del chino y el español desde una perspectiva lingüística y cultural en el contexto empresarial

Date read: 2025-01-23 {_iPublic_txt_centro_}: Universitat Politècnica de València | ID: 10251/214336

Author: Xiao, Qindan

Director: Gil Salom, Daniela Teresa

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[EN] This research focuses on online tandem as an effective tool for linguistic and cultural learning between Chinese and Spanish speakers within a business context. The growing interest in learning Spanish in China and Chinese in Spanish-speaking countries, driven by the increasing commercial and cultural relations between these regions, has highlighted the need to develop communicative competencies that meet the demands of professional environments. The online tandem methodology offers an accessible and efficient option to facilitate language learning, enabling direct interaction with native speakers without the need for travel, thus becoming an increasingly relevant tool in today's context. The main objective of this research is to design a language exchange platform based on the online tandem method, aimed at enhancing communicative skills within a business context. To achieve this objective, the research focuses on understanding the pros and cons of the methodology, assessing the importance of tutoring in the process, and developing educational materials that support effective exchanges in both linguistic and intercultural aspects. To conduct this research, a theoretical study on tandem methodology and foreign language learning for specific purposes is undertaken, complemented by a practical investigation through the implementation of a pilot online tandem experience between Chinese and Spanish speakers. Data are collected through questionnaires, interviews, and analyses of interactions in exchange sessions. These results are further enhanced by using MaxQDA software to analyze audio recordings, allowing for the identification of language usage patterns in business situations. Finally, qualitative and quantitative analyses are conducted, demonstrating that online tandem is an effective methodology for improving linguistic and cultural competence in professional contexts. Additionally, a website is designed to facilitate future exchanges and provide specific educational resources for learning Chinese and Spanish in a business environment. (Summary)

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