Positive Psychology in Foreign Language Learning and Teaching. The Case of Polish Older Adults

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ID21390133
AuthorsSylwia Niewczas (0000-0002-7349-5679, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, corresponding author)
Year2023
Volume71
Issue10
Pages147-158
Publication date2023-12-29
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueRoczniki Humanistyczne (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0035-7707 • E-ISSN: 2544-5200
PublisherTowarzystwo Naukowe KUL (PUBLISHER • PL)
DOI10.18290/rh237110.10
OpenAlexW4390410580
LanguageEN
Citations received1
References cited9

This article joins the discussion about the role of positive psychology in foreign language learning. The aim of this paper is to present the results of a quantitative study conducted among a group of Polish older adults (aged 55+). The research goal of the present study was to investigate older people’s subjective feeling of well-being connected to foreign language learning as one of the ways of improving their quality of life. The research used a questionnaire as the research tool, which consisted of a modified version of a questionnaire widely used for testing satisfaction with language courses. The findings of the research clearly show that foreign language learning has an irreplaceable role as one of several non-pharmacological strategies utilised to improve the aging process and promoting positive aging. The results also indicate that seniors’ overall satisfaction and subjective feelings of well-being can be greater when attending foreign language classes at an older age. Foreign language learning, therefore, creates an environment that can enhance the quality of life of older adults

Developmental psychology · Feeling · Foreign language · Mathematics education · Psychotherapist · Quality of life (healthcare) · Applied Psychology · Psychology · Social Issues in Poland · Social Psychology

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