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Intercultural Youth: Developing a Globally Competent Generation through Virtual Exchange

Authors
Xueli Zhang1, *
1Faculty of Education, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 999077, China
*Corresponding author. Email: zxl0504@connect.hku.hk
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Xueli Zhang
Available Online 22 June 2025.
DOI
10.2991/978-2-38476-430-3_2How to use a DOI?
Keywords
Intercultural competencies; Virtual exchange (VE); Telecollaboration; E-tandem; Collaborative online international learning (COIL)
Abstract

This study explores the impact of virtual exchange (VE) models on intercultural competence. It mainly focuses on the telecollaboration, e-tandem and collaborative online international learning (COIL) models, which are typical VE models. After the outbreak of COVID-19, higher education institutions refocused on online education and reduced their traditional international programs. In such a context, VE programs have received widespread acceptance. VE programs characterized by technological support and intercultural interaction between students have become the alternative for developing intercultural learning. This paper discusses different VE models and their effectiveness in promoting intercultural competence and provides some suggestions for VE pedagogical strategies. This study proves that telecollaboration, e-tandem and COIL can promote language skills and intercultural understanding. However, technological proficiency, cultural sensitivity and assessment design can still challenge students and teachers. Future research needs to develop towards more extensive, diverse and longitudinal research and influence of AI.

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Volume Title
Proceedings of the 2025 3rd International Conference on Language, Innovative Education and Cultural Communication (CLEC 2025)
Series
Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research
Publication Date
22 June 2025
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978-2-38476-430-3
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2352-5398
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10.2991/978-2-38476-430-3_2How to use a DOI?
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© 2025 The Author(s)
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