The Research on the Influencing Factors of International Chinese Teachers' Intercultural Teaching Competence From the Perspective Of Ecosystem Theory

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          This study investigates the influencing factors of international Chinese teachers' intercultural teaching competence from the perspective of ecosystem theory. The objectives of this research were to: 1) identify key factors affecting intercultural teaching competence of international Chinese teachers; 2) explore the mechanisms through which these factors interact within the ecosystem; and 3) provide suggestions for enhancing intercultural teaching competence based on ecosystem theory. The sample consisted of 120 international Chinese teachers from diverse backgrounds, selected through stratified sampling. Data collection employed a self-compiled "Questionnaire on Factors Affecting the Intercultural Teaching Competence of International Chinese Teachers" and semi-structured interviews. Analysis methods included descriptive statistics, exploratory factor analysis, and structural equation modeling for quantitative data, with qualitative coding and theme extraction for interview data. This mixed-method approach, grounded in ecosystem theory, provides a comprehensive examination of the complex interplay of factors influencing intercultural teaching competence in Chinese language education. The findings aim to contribute to the development of more effective strategies for cultivating intercultural teaching competence among international Chinese teachers, considering the various levels of the educational ecosystem.