5.1.2 Understanding learner diversity
Echoing the sociological insights of Durkheim in ”The Division of Labor
In Society (De la division du travail social),” the increasingly
intricate division of labor in society and the consequent busyness and
social dependence of individuals underscore the importance of
recognizing the multifaceted roles of learners, particularly adults, in
their learning, living, and working spheres. This complex milieu
necessitates that Chinese language education be designed to maximize
learning outcomes within limited classroom time, addressing learners’
diverse needs and characteristics, thereby aligning with the principles
of language economics (Ginsburgh & Weber, 2020).