Exploring the impact of learning English upon Chinese culture

Abstract

The present study aims to investigate whether or not learning English is leaving any impact on the culture of China. In order to determine the impact of English over Chinese culture, two groups of university students majoring in English and Education were selected as participants. Overall, 315 participants from both English (159) and Education (156) majors were selected. A mixed method approach was designed to answer the research problem. The analysis of the data suggests that Chinese traditions, the eating manners of people, relations between girlfriend and boyfriend, and attitude about sex have been badly affected by learning English. The analysis shows that there existed essential difference in the opinions of the participants belonging to different genders and majors regarding the variables. However, students of both genders and majors commonly agree that English is leaving bad impact upon Chinese culture.