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Exploring the Role of Media Framing in the Self-construction of China’s National Image: An Analysis of News Coverage About Foreign Language Education in China Daily

Yan Li1,*, Xiaolei Ruan2

1School of Foreign Studies, Anhui University, Hefei 230093, Anhui, China.

2Centre for University Foreign Language Education, Anhui University, Hefei 230093, Anhui, China.

*Corresponding author: Yan Li

Published: February 18,2025

Abstract

To identify the frames and images constructed in the news coverage of China Daily from the perspective of foreign language education, this study applies media framing theory and employs qualitative analysis methods supported by CAQDA (computer-assisted qualitative data analysis). Based on corpus analysis and content analysis, six frames are identified, including 1) foreign language education in China in the New Era, 2) foreign language educators, 3) cultivation of foreign language talents in China, 4) exchanges and mutual learning between different civilizations, 5) equality and balanced development in education, and 6) emerging approaches to foreign language education, based upon which the following images of China were established: 1) a country demonstrating an open and inclusive attitude, 2) a country showing self-confidence and self-improvement, 3) a country practicing the concept of fairness and progress, and 4) a country leading the development of scientific and technological innovation. This paper further fills the gaps in the study of national image and sheds light on foreign language education in China.

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How to cite this paper

Exploring the Role of Media Framing in the Self-construction of China's National Image: An Analysis of News Coverage About Foreign Language Education in China Daily

How to cite this paper: Yan Li, Xiaolei Ruan. (2025). Exploring the Role of Media Framing in the Self-construction of China's National Image: An Analysis of News Coverage About Foreign Language Education in China Daily. The Educational Review, USA9(1), 103-111.

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.26855/er.2025.01.015