Current Situation, Problems, and Countermeasures of Domestic Visiting Scholars in Guangdong Higher Vocational Colleges

Yanfen LI; Jiawen Yu; Xinxiang Gao; Sheiladevi

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v10i33.7296

Authors

Yanfen LI Research Office, Guangzhou International Economics College, Guangzhou, China
Jiawen Yu School of Chinese and International Education, Guangzhou International Economics College, Guangzhou, China; Faculty of Education, Language, Psychology, and Music, SEGi University, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Xinxiang Gao School of Financial and Management, Sichuan University of Arts and Science, Dazhou, China
Sheiladevi Faculty of Education, Language, Psychology, and Music, SEGi University, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v10i33.7296

Keywords:

Domestic visiting scholars, Habitus transformation, Institutional support, Bourdieu’s field theory

Abstract

This study examines the structural barriers to professional adaptation among domestic visiting scholars in Guangdong, China, utilizing Bourdieu’s field theory. A mixed-methods design was employed, combining survey data from 143 participants with insights from interviews. Quantitative results revealed that institutional support significantly predicted difficulties in habitus transformation, while various forms of capital had limited effects. Qualitative findings enriched the analysis by uncovering contextual challenges related to institutional culture and expectations. The study emphasizes the importance of personalized support mechanisms and recommends policy reforms to improve the effectiveness of visiting scholar programs.

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