Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This study examines the role of a leader in a French language learning community at a Japanese university’s self-access center. Based on a previous study that focused on exploring the impressions of the members of this student-led community (Marzin & Raluy, 2023), results indicated the core role of the leader in enhancing motivation, (intercultural) communication skills, and sense of belonging. The present narrative study documents the experiences and reflections of the community leader, utilizing a range of reflective tools. The findings suggest that the leader’s regular introspection enabled him to assess his feelings, evaluate his decisions based on the community’s needs, and provide guidance to other members, with a focus on exploring World French and francophone cultures.
DOI: 10.37237/150308
Authors: Emily Marzin, Diane Raluy
Institution: Nihon University
Language: English
Subfield: Language and Linguistics
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4403071713