The Impact of Quality of Experience of Chinese College Students on Internet-Based Resources English Learning

Abstract

Since Internet-based resources provides various and practical forms of English learning materials, Internet-based resources English learning is a common way for the younger generation. However, not like adult learning, university students need stronger motivation to learn English from Internet-based resources. This study surveyed Chinese college students in Central China to reveal the relationship between cultural intelligence, hedonic motivation, English self-efficacy, online experience quality, and willingness to continue learning online English. Using online media platforms and convenient sampling methods, a total of 385 questionnaires were collected. The data analysis was divided into three phases, descriptive analysis, measurement model evaluation, and structural equation model examination. The results showed Internet quality of experience significantly impacted English continuous learning intention. Cultural intelligence, English self-efficacy, and hedonic motivation all influenced significantly on Internet quality of experience and hedonic motivation had the strongest impact. In addition, the mediation effects of Internet quality of experience to these three factors and Internet-based resources English continuous learning intention all existed. Finally, the research results show cultural intelligence, English self-efficacy, and hedonic motivation were all examined significantly impacting Internet quality of experience statistically. English learning hedonic motivation is the most influencing factor. Therefore, English learning material should be attractive, fun, and enjoyable. This is what the teachers should think of and emphasize when to recommend learning material for students.