The Influence of Intercultural Communication Competence on College Students’ English Language Learning Motivation at Jiangxi, China: Mediated by Cultural Exposure

This study investigates the influence of intercultural communication competence (ICC) on English language learning motivation among college students in Jiangxi, China, with a focus on the mediating role of cultural exposure.The research aims to understand how ICC, defined as the ability to interact effectively across diverse cultural contexts, affects students' motivation to learn English, a critical skill in a globalized world.Utilizing a quantitative crosssectional survey approach, data were collected from a sample of Chinese college students majoring in English.The study's findings reveal a significant positive relationship between ICC and English language learning motivation, underscoring the importance of intercultural competence in enhancing educational outcomes.Moreover, cultural exposure was identified as a key mediating factor, influencing the degree to which ICC impacts motivation.These results suggest that educational strategies should incorporate cultural exposure and intercultural training to foster higher motivation for English language learning.This study contributes to the growing body of literature on language acquisition and intercultural communication by highlighting the intertwined nature of these elements and providing insights into the development of more effective language education programs in culturally diverse settings.