中國文化與歷史學習對身份認同與自尊的促進作用: 對香港青少年的研究與思考

In this study, 617 Hong Kong-born adolescents were sampled to complete a questionnaire examining the role of learning Chinese culture and history on promoting national identification and self-esteem in secondary schools and universities. Results show that students who have previously studied Chinese culture and history in junior high schools are more likely to identify with their Chinese identity and have higher self-esteem and self-confidence when they enter high school and university. This study also predicts that following the integrated model of socialisation and life crisis resolution theory, learning Chinese culture and traditions enhance the national identity and self-esteem of an individual.