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Chih-An Lu, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, TaiwanChin-hui Chen, National Pingtung University of Science and technology, Taiwan
Abstract
This study aims to investigate the factors that influence career decision-making among English-major university students in Taiwan. Informed by existing theories of personality traits, social influences, and career development, this research focuses on how personal characteristics (such as MBTI dimensions, emotional regulation, and self-concept clarity) and contextual influences (including family support, peer influence, and informational guidance) affect students' confidence, perceived career fit, and career decision-making difficulties. A quantitative approach was employed using a structured online survey (Google form) targeting English major students from different university types. The survey consists of four sections, and all items are rated using a 5-point Likert scale from 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree). As of now, 68 responses have been collected. Preliminary data reveal that many students have a moderate self-concept clarity but a more neutral alignment between their personality traits and career expectations. On the other hand, the majority of respondents exhibit introverted social preferences. This preference for deeper connections over broader networking might influence how they perceive their career fit and make decisions. However, as the data collection continues, the results will be analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics via SPSS. This research seeks to contribute to a better understanding of how psychological and social factors interact in shaping the career decisions of English students, as well as to explore career preferences to offer practical insights for curriculum development and career counseling within Taiwanese foreign language programs.
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