International Journal of Applied Linguistics, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown
Published: Dec. 31, 2024
ABSTRACT Research suggests that teacher agency influences different areas of English as a foreign language (EFL) teachers’ practice and professionalism. Nevertheless, the role professional in facilitating sustainable development (SPD) work engagement has been overlooked. To fill this gap, study used semi‐structured interview with sample 27 Chinese EFL teachers to unveil their perceptions interplay concern. The results indicated venues through which could contribute SPD engagement. Professional lead by affecting teaching motivation, positive emotional experiences, enthusiasm, self‐development. Conversely, it was found facilitated influencing methods/materials, satisfaction, commitment, responsibility, horizons. findings are discussed implications listed for use agentic practices second/foreign (L2) education, triggers many other outcomes like development.
Language: Английский