Sociology

Intercultural interaction willingness: a PLS-PM approach to influencing factors and its mediation effect

H. Zheng, P. Ding, et al.

This study sheds light on the crucial factors that shape international students' willingness to engage with their Chinese peers. It uncovers how language proficiency, cultural nuances, and environmental factors foster positive interactions, while racism and discrimination hinder these connections. The findings highlight the pivotal role of interaction willingness in enhancing social connections, as revealed by researchers Haijian Zheng, Peng Ding, Qian Liu, and Lirong Xing from Shandong University of Technology.