Indicators for refugees’ effective language learning. An exploratory study

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Abstract
• Introduction
• Literature Research
• Aim of the Study
• Method
  • Sampling and Data Collection
  • Final Sample and Procedure
• Data Analysis
  • Codes
  • Results
    • Themes
• Limitations and Future Research
• Conclusion

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This study aims to explore indicators of refugees' potential language learning effectiveness in order to provide guidelines for personnel selection in companies. By conducting semi-structured interviews with six experts in refugee language teaching, the research seeks to identify factors that can predict a refugee's success in acquiring the German language.

• Identifying indicators of successful language learning in refugees
• Developing guidelines for personnel selection based on language learning potential
• Exploring the role of motivation in language learning
• Analyzing the impact of intrinsic characteristics, surrounding conditions, and motivation on language acquisition
• Applying self-determination theory to understand the dynamics of refugee language learning

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The Introduction provides context for the study by discussing the challenges of language learning for refugees and the need for companies to integrate them into the workforce. The Literature Research section reviews recent population dynamics in Germany, the refugee situation, theories on second language learning, and a model of motivation. The Method section outlines the research approach, including sampling, data collection, and analysis procedures. The Data Analysis section presents the findings of the study, focusing on the identified themes and their implications for personnel selection. The Limitations and Future Research section discusses the study's limitations and proposes areas for further investigation.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The main keywords and focus topics of this study are: language learning, refugees, employment, self-determination theory. The research explores the potential of language learning as a key factor in refugee integration into the German job market, drawing upon self-determination theory to understand the underlying motivational factors.