Between Two Worlds

Transnational studies has increased dramatically in the last few years, particularly among Chinese students. Understanding their experience within the framework of transformative learning theory and Confucianism reveals that transformative learning takes places through the use of Chinese proverbs, sayings and metaphors, rather than discourse. These proverbs, sayings and metaphors mediate transformative learning and provide a reoriented sense of harmony, consistent with unique tenets of Confucianism.

Autorentext

Dr. Haedy Liu lived in southwest China for fifteen years and taught in various educational contexts, including universities and community development projects. Dr. Liu holds a master's in TESOL and a PhD in intercultural studies. She is currently the chair of English-as-a-Second Language at Central Texas Central Texas College in Texas, U.S.