A Qualitative Explorative Study of Moroccan EFL Learners’ Perceptions of Factors Developing Their Cultural Intelligence (CQ)- Loubna EL Harras, Abdelghanie Ennam |Pages:123-132|

   Abstract: This study attempts to investigate the perceptions of Moroccan EFL students of factors that contribute the development of their cultural intelligence (CQ). Through semi structured interviews with 10 Moroccan EFL students, this research tries to explore the key elements that influence their cultural intelligence. Using content analysis, this study revealed that there are four pivotal factors in developing cultural intelligence: media, social engagement, personal experiences and efforts and education including learning English. Thus, this study contributes to the existing literature in that it underscores the significance cultural intelligence in the Moroccan EFL context.

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