English Course Research Articles

Application of task processing system based on wireless sensor network in English writing intelligent assistance platform

With the widespread use of 32-bit embedded task processing systems, embedded systems are used in various fields. Traditional software development is gradually being replaced by development methods based on embedded operating systems. The built-in processing system inherits the entire operating system and retains its core components, including thread synchronization and exclusive access to individual resources. However, embedded system resources are relatively limited, and operating requirements are more complex and flexible, which makes the development of embedded operating systems more complicated and difficult than general PC systems. The corpus as the basic intelligent corpus is the research capital used by scientists to study language, and it is also an important part of English writing teaching. In fact, after European linguists represented by Jeffrey Ritchie proposed the application of smart corpus to the teaching of English writing, smart corpus entered the field of view of scientists. This means that smart corpus will become an indispensable part of linguistics. This research method expands the research method of English writing, covering two main aspects: speech output and language error analysis. The application of this research method to the teaching system of English writing is mainly reflected in “language error analysis”. This article discusses corpus-based English writing. In addition, in order to enrich the application influence of the English teaching management system, the system discussed in this article aims at the optimization of the teaching system and has designed more useful functions (such as English broadcasting, personal center users, system settings, etc.), so that students can learn more. It is easy to record their English learning status and enrich the content of English courses.

An Analysis of Holistic Education Models in Mainland China’s Higher Education Institutions: A Case Study of College English Curriculum

Over the last four decades, the field of education in mainland China has seen sustained and stable growth. However, the very essence of education has undergone significant changes. In the era spanning from the 1980s to the mid-1990s, the primary aim of education was to serve economic construction and modern development, with a clear emphasis on utilitarian and instrumental characteristics. By the late 1990s, there was a shift towards advocating for quality education that prioritizes the comprehensive development of individuals, gradually embracing the concept of holistic education across the Chinese mainland. College English courses, mandatory for all non-English major undergraduates at Chinese universities, stand as a pivotal component of general education. Amidst the extensive backdrop of educational reform and development in mainland China, college English curriculum have experienced profound changes. The “College English Curriculum Guidelines (2020)” recently released by the Ministry of Education highlights that college English courses possess both instrumental and humanistic dimensions. The instrumental aspect is demonstrated through enhancing students’ comprehensive abilities in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and translating English, while its humanistic core is rooted in a people-oriented approach that celebrates human values and emphasizes the cultivation of comprehensive qualities and overall development. This paper aims to explore the practical model of implementing holistic education within college English curriculum, adhering to the specific requirements of the 2020 guidelines, across four dimensions: curriculum system, instructional approaches, educational resources, and faculty strength.

Analysis of the impact of VR technology based on big data edge computing and deep learning on English short video teaching

VR (Virtual Reality) technology applied to English short video teaching, compared with traditional English short video teaching can change the teacher-student interaction mode, providing students with a new English learning environment, making the classroom teaching content more realistic presentation. This paper focuses on VR scenario teaching and short video teaching, taking the English course of a school in Shanghai as an example. The students of VR situational teaching group have made great progress in vocabulary judgment, complementary dialogue and Chinese-English translation, with the passing rates of 43% and 100% respectively. The real scene created by virtual reality technology has greatly improved students' interest in learning and the effectiveness of classroom teaching. The development trend of educational informatization is virtualization and intellectualization. The application of virtual reality technology in the process of education and teaching is of great significance to the modernization of secondary education in China.

A Collaborative Study of English Teaching Based on Optimized Apriori Algorithm under the Integration of Curriculum Civics

The new period introduces new intellectual and political demands for college-level English courses and fosters favourable conditions as well as new intellectual and political opportunities. The knowledge and politics courses currently taught in our higher education institutions combine English instruction with cooperative research and knowledge and politics courses, producing some excellent results in China. However, there are still significant challenges to implementing the relatively new ideas for education reform. In order to increase the effectiveness of the mine, this paper will enhance the apriori calculation method in accordance with the features of a large amount of data, and it requests the English Education Graduate School's participation for a demonstration. To address the issue of inaccurate existing metrics, this document integrates the proposed measures with conventional measures. In the past, the new measuring technique and the enhanced algorithm were used to create a model of the mining system based on the performance of the pupils. In the end, we used the student successes to build the mine system model, integrate the new measurement technique with the improved algorithm, and draw significant data-driven conclusions. According on experimental findings, the proposed algorithm performs better than Mr. Apriori. The mixed metre tonnes serve as the foundation for the most precise selection as compared to the general metre tonnes. The system offers a range of data extraction services in accordance with the university's role, which serves to enhance college English education's collaboration with curriculum and governmental thinking.

The Effects of Digital Educational Games on Secondary School Students’ Attitudes Towards Elective English Class and on Increasing Their English Listening Skills and Vocabulary

The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of digital educational games on secondary school students' attitudes towards elective English lessons, as well as the influence of digital educational games on the development of EFL listening skills and vocabulary learning. The study group included 40 students in two classes of 6th grade elective English course from a secondary school in Samsun province of Türkiye during the academic year 2022-2023. A quasi-experimental model with a pretest-posttest control group was used in the study. A total of six weeks, namely two hours of instruction each week, made up the trial period. Digital instructional games meeting certain criteria set by the study were used to teach the experimental group. In the control group, no digital educational games were employed, and the same teaching strategies as before the experiment were used. An academic achievement exam covering vocabulary and listening and the "Middle School English Course attitude scale" were utilized as data gathering tools. The study revealed that digital educational games had a favourable impact on secondary school students' views about the elective English class. Additionally, it was noted that the pupils in the experimental group improved their vocabulary and listening skills more than those in the control group. In conclusion, considering the positive outcomes of using digital educational games in both foreign languages and other disciplines, we can say that their integration into education will have positive effects on academic achievement and may positively affect students' attitudes towards that course by providing them with a fun learning environment. This makes the case for the potential use of digital educational games as a tool for learning-reinforcing activities in elective English and other elective classes.

The effects of placement method on multilingual learner success in higher education

AbstractIn the United States, many actors are pushing for the use of grade point average (GPA) as the main placement tool for gatekeeper math and English courses for community college students (Quarles, 2022; Scott‐Clayton, 2018; Turk, 2017). One community college system (pseudonymously, SXCC) in a New England state has begun placing students in initial math and English classes based on self‐reported GPA. There have been studies on the effects of placement changes of this type (Belfield & Crosta, 2012; Hodara & Cox, 2016; Ngo & Kwon, 2014; Scott‐Clayton, 2012). However, studies have not included the effects of these changes on multilingual learners (MLLs).Using a census of every MLL placed in SXCC in the summer and fall of 2020 and the spring of 2021 (N = 12,603), a MANOVA found that MLL students in the SXCC system who were placed using previous placement methods had a higher overall GPA than students placed using self‐reported GPA (M = 3.32, SD = 0.740; M = 2.01, SD = 1.27, respectively) and had higher satisfactory academic progress (SAP) (M = 102.98, SD = 51.52; M = 57.66, SD = 55.53, respectively), and took longer to enroll in English 101 (M = 5.11, SD = 3.55; M = 2.36, SD = 1.76, respectively).

Enhancing students’ L2 writing skills online: a case study of an introductory English literature course for ESL students

Abstract This research paper is based on a case study of an introductory English literature course that is being offered at a community college in Hong Kong, China. The 2020–2021 cohort was unique as it had the entire course online using Zoom without any face-to-face or hybrid teaching, which was considered the “new normal” of higher education under the pandemic. This study employs narrative inquiry (Barkhuizen, G. (2014). Revisiting narrative frames: An instrument for investigating language teaching and learning. System, 47, 12–27; Clandinin, D. J. (2016). Engaging in narrative inquiry. Routledge), semi-structured interviews, and analysis of student essays to demonstrate that online essay consultations and collaborative writing are useful for enhancing the essay writing skills of second language learners. The paper specifically reports and highlights how individual Zoom essay consultations, together with collaborative writing on Padlet, scaffold and enhance students’ essay writing and critical thinking skills. Essentially, the paper argues that online technologies expand the dimension of literature education and empower it as a form of content-based ESL instruction for long-term use.

The Importance of Conducting Need Analysis to Design English Courses in Curriculum Merdeka

This article explains the importance of conducting a needs analysis in developing an English language course for an open curriculum. The independent curriculum is a learning framework that aims to holistically improve students' English language skills while considering local needs and contexts. In this context, needs analysis has become an important stage in ensuring that the material, techniques, and evaluation in the English language course meet the needs of students. The article discusses the importance of needs analysis in designing English language courses. Needs analysis helps determine appropriate learning objectives and guides curriculum development. The curriculum can be designed to integrate relevant and practical language skills while comprehensively assessing student needs. Additionally, needs analysis allows for the customization of learning programs to student characteristics. Each group of students has unique backgrounds, interests, and demands. By studying students' needs specifically, teachers can select and design resources that are appropriate for their skill level, interests, and context. This will encourage students to learn. The article also emphasizes the importance of involving students in the needs analysis process

Using a Simulated Employer Project to Enhance Student Employability Skills in a Tertiary Level Language Course

Recent reports highlighted that new graduates are still not meeting the expertise requirements of the industry, and with the increased use of AI tools, such as ChatGPT, there are also growing concerns that tertiary level students’ development of their knowledge and skills may be affected. Over the years, various strategies have been developed to address the expertise gap, such as internship and apprenticeship programmes, seminars, bootcamps, etc. The Employer Project (EP) is one such effort implemented at a private higher education institution in Malaysia, where students analyse and solve business case studies or industry-relevant problems given by the partnering employers. These EPs are mapped to the course learning outcomes; therefore, finding and implementing suitable EPs that would match an English language course’ learning outcomes has been challenging. This paper discusses a case study where the EP model is simulated for a degree-level Business English course assignment, involving an industry partner who has over 30 over years of industry experience. The assignment spanning across 11 weeks is based on a case study developed by the industry partner. After the students’ face-to-face presentation session with the industry partner, a survey was conducted to gather their feedback. A preliminary text analysis revealed that while many of the students felt nervous while presenting to the industry partner, they found the session very enjoyable and helpful to their knowledge development. An interview with the industry partner revealed some areas of focus and suggestions to reduce the expertise gap. The implications include how EPs can make a degree-level language course more relevant in developing employability skills and how EPs can mitigate the negative impacts of AI tools in the language course.

OBE 理念下大学英语学生自主学习能力培养策略研究

Under the OBE (Outcome-Based Education) concept, cultivating students’ autonomous learning ability is an important task in College English courses, requiring the joint efforts of teachers and students. Only by creating a positive learning environment, guiding students to set learning goals and plans, inspiring students’ interest in learning and self-motivation, and establishing effective feedback mechanisms, can students’ autonomous learning ability be effectively cultivated. This enhances their English proficiency and lays a solid foundation for their future development. This paper proposes strategies for cultivating students’ autonomous learning ability from the OBE concept perspective and in conjunction with the content of College English courses, aiming for students to continuously improve their comprehensive English learning ability through autonomous learning.

Assessment of generic competences for foreign-language professional communication through applying the ADDIE model

Introduction. The paper aims to assess generic competencies for foreign-language professional communication formed through applying the ADDIE model. The goal of the study was to identify the way generic competencies are developed throughout the ESL course for veterinary students based on the authors’ implementation of the ADDIE model. Materials and Methods. The research was based on theoretical review of literature, comparative analysis of sources, terminological analysis, and investigation of teaching practices. The ADDIE method of instructional modeling was used as a fundamental research approach taken to designing a teaching aid and developing a training course, respectively. While testing, a sample of 59 first-year veterinary students and 5 lecturers of the Foreign Language Department at Omsk State Agrarian University were involved. In order to collect and study the research data, the authors applied the following evaluation methods: observation, survey and testing of students. The academic outcomes were evaluated by examining dynamics of foreign language communicative competence by expert teachers. The Wilcoxon T-test and Fisher test were used as mathematical statistics methods. Results. The authors applied the ADDIE instructional model to design a professional communication course in English for veterinary students based on competency-based approach. The materials were delivered during the 2022-23 academic year. The learning outcomes demonstrated by participants in the control and experimental groups proved the effectiveness of the author's teaching procedure in the formation of generic competencies for foreign language professional communication, the validity of which was confirmed using mathematical statistics methods. Conclusions. The proposed technology for designing a foreign language course based on the ADDIE model has demonstrated its effectiveness in the development of generic competencies for foreign-language professional communication, which was confirmed by more pronounced positive dynamics in the experimental group.

Cultural diversity in organizational communication management at English course in Vietnam

English serves as the global lingua franca, facilitating communication and bridging cultural differences worldwide. Its significance in various sectors, such as business, technology, science, and media, solidifies its position as a universal means of communication. This study explores the increasing importance of English in Vietnam, particularly in major cities like Hanoi, where it plays a crucial role in business, tourism, and higher education. The focus is on Mercury Center, a prestigious language institution in Hanoi, which collaborates with foreign travelers as volunteer teachers to enhance Vietnamese citizens’ English proficiency. Using qualitative research methods, including interviews, direct observations, and literature reviews, the study assesses the impact of foreign volunteer teachers on language education in Vietnam. It reveals that students and parents highly value and trust foreign teachers for their perceived authenticity and expertise in English. These findings underscore the significance of cultural diversity in English language education. By embracing foreign volunteer teachers and creating a cross-cultural learning environment, language institutions like Mercury Center can provide a more enriching and impactful learning experience for Vietnamese students. Understanding and managing cultural diversity can lead to improved communication and contribute to the success of language education initiatives in Vietnam. The recommendation from these findings is to optimize the utilization of cultural diversity within educational institutions to enhance organizational performance, create an inclusive work environment, and improve workgroup efficiency by considering consumer preferences and needs while developing more effective marketing strategies.

A Study on Learner’s Awareness of English Class Using Movies

The purpose of this study was to conduct Media English Class using movies by implementing various activities and to investigate the learners' perceptions of it. In particular, among various language skills, it was intended to focus on productive learning, that is, speaking and writing. In order to overcome the limitations of the existing classes using movies that focus on listening & comprehension and native-like pronunciation. The study participants consisted of 50 university students in Busan who took media English courses in the second semester of 2023, and after the 15-week class was over, a questionnaire was conducted regarding the on learner's perception. The films were ‘500 Days of Summer (2009)’ by Marc Webb and ‘The Internal (2015)’ by Nancy Meyers, and lectures were conducted in four parts for each film. The questionnaire consisted of questions related to the student’s interest in movies, and the effects of movies in language learning, satisfaction of the movie’s authentic feature. Based on the results of the questionnaire, educational implications were presented for the learners' perceptions of movies.

Balancing Language and Content: A Study of Negotiation Learning in Applied English Courses

This study examines the impact of subject content versus the English language on students whose first language is non-English. Focusing on Applied English juniors and above, the course in question required negotiation learning through English. Surprisingly, students often reverted to their native language (Mandarin Chinese) during scenario discussions and role-play, despite the assumption that English should be exclusively used. The semester-end survey, based on a 5-point Likert scale, revealed several key findings as follows. First, the course facilitated diverse problem-solving approaches. Secondly, negotiation skills were effectively put into practice. Thirdly, role-play activities played a critical role. Fourthly, teacher-delivered lectures enhanced content understanding. Interestingly, when asked about continuous English usage, approval significantly dropped when foreign students were present. These results suggest that prioritizing knowledge acquisition, skill internalization, and higher-order abilities is essential, even if the “whole English” pattern is not strictly enforced during class.

Adjustment and adaptation: English curriculum development in pesantren

As the religious institution which focuses on religious teaching, however Pesantren began to incorporate English Language Teaching (ELT) in its curricula by doing some adjustments in line with the Pesantren context. This paper aims to examine English curriculum development at Pesantren Darussalam Blokagung Banyuwangi both in formal and informal institutions inside Pesantren. The incorporation of English Language Teaching (ELT) and the authority of the Pesantren leader in modifying the English curriculum according to the Pesantren context are discussed. The research is a qualitative research approach by employing a case study methodology. The data is collected through in- depth interviews of six participants, observations and documentation. The study reveals two curriculum facets: formal and informal. The formal curriculum aligns with the national school system, while the informal one encompasses English courses progressing from basic to advanced levels, an English language dormitory, and extracurriculars like news reading, storytelling, debate, and public speaking. The research concludes that Pesantren Darussalam effectively integrates English education to complement formal schooling. Yet, to enhance students' English skills and local awareness, ELT materials are needed to be tailored to the Pesantren context. This approach underscores the institution's adaptability and commitment to holistic education.

A longitudinal investigation of the impact of code-switching versus target language only on Saudi EFL students' written receptive vocabulary knowledge development in terms of breadth

This longitudinal research was conducted to investigate the effect of code-switching versus target language only on Saudi students' written receptive vocabulary knowledge development in terms of breadth. A total of sixty male samples were randomly chosen from the population of Saudi EFL students at Jouf University in Saudi Arabia who enrolled in extensive English courses. This course is provided for those who scored less than the direct admission score of 2.5 out of 5 in the English replacement test. Samples were equally divided and allocated into two classrooms. In the first class (i.e., C1), thirty students were instructed by a non-native English speaker who employed code-switching as a pedagogical strategy. Students in the second class (i.e., C2) were instructed by non-native English speakers who employed the target language only as a pedagogical strategy due to the different language backgrounds between the instructor and participants. Data were collected from samples of both classes using the Vocabulary Size Test developed by Nation and Beglar (2007) at four different intervals and over four months (i.e., one academic semester). Results revealed that Saudi students' vocabulary knowledge in terms of breadth had developed significantly at four different intervals in both classes. However, the development in C2 where the instructor employed the target language only, was significantly higher than in C1 where code-switching is employed. Moreover, results also indicated that samples in C1 where code-switching is employed experienced a newly coined linguistic status called Receptive Vocabulary Recission (RVR) which indicates the act of avoiding the acquisition of new English vocabulary since they were habituated to be given an additional explanation for new vocabulary using their first language knowledge. This rescission was very tangible from the mean difference between C1 and C2 score averages.

基于文化自信的高级英语课程思政策略探究

As an important place to cultivate cultural confidence, colleges and universities should guide students to cultivate cultural consciousness and firm cultural confidence on the basis of foreign language and culture acquisition. In the course of advanced English, the concept of “building morality and cultivating human beings” is integrated into every teaching link by introducing Chinese culture organically in four aspects: vocabulary, background, text content and theme. While cultivating English majors’ cross-cultural communication ability and critical thinking ability, colleges and universities should also enhance their national cultural confidence, thus strengthening their socialist belief and patriotic enthusiasm, making them high-quality foreign language talents with national feelings.

Ambiguity tolerance towards learning English as a foreign language and accuracy of oral speech

All languages contain inherent ambiguities, and foreign language learners often encounter various uncertainties when learning a new language. Ambiguity tolerance is a crucial personality trait that can significantly influence the foreign language learning process. Over time, ambiguity tolerance has gained importance due to its impact on different aspects of language learning. This study investigates the relationship between ambiguity tolerance, the optimal choice of language learning approaches, and the degree of anxiety in learning English as an additional foreign language. The research was conducted with graduate and undergraduate students from the United Arab Emirates University, specifically those studying in the education field and enrolled in an English foreign language learning course. A quantitative Google survey was administered, gathering data from 270 students, which was subsequently analyzed using SmartPLS 3. The results revealed that ambiguity tolerance is negatively associated with students' anxiety levels and positively correlated with their choice of language learning strategies, ultimately enhancing their oral speech accuracy. This study offers valuable insights for academicians to design strategies that promote ambiguity tolerance among learners, thereby boosting their motivation and reducing anxiety levels. It also contributes significantly to the body of knowledge for researchers in this field.

Using Cross-Cultural Machine Translation Technology to Promote Communication and Cooperation in English Courses

In an increasingly globalized world, effective cross-cultural communication and cooperation are paramount skills for individuals across various domains. This research paper investigates the integration of machine translation technology into English language courses as a means to enhance cross-cultural communication skills and foster cooperation among diverse linguistic communities. The study explores the efficacy of machine translation tools in facilitating language comprehension, expression, and interaction among learners from different cultural backgrounds. Drawing on both theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence, the paper examines the impact of machine translation on language learning outcomes, intercultural competence development, and collaborative learning experiences. Additionally, the research evaluates the perceptions, attitudes, and experiences of students and instructors towards the integration of machine translation technology in English language education. Through a combination of qualitative and quantitative analyses, this study contributes to the understanding of how technology can be leveraged to bridge linguistic and cultural divides in educational settings. The findings offer valuable insights into the potential benefits and challenges associated with the use of machine translation technology for promoting cross-cultural communication and cooperation in English courses, with implications for curriculum design, pedagogical practices, and future research in language education and technology-enhanced learning..

A Blended Teaching Model of College English Based on Deep Learning

Blending traditional face-to-face instruction with online learning components, this model aims to enhance student engagement and improve learning outcomes. This paper introduces a novel blended teaching model for college English courses, integrating Conditional Random Field (CRF) techniques with deep learning frameworks. Blended learning, combining traditional face-to-face instruction with online learning components, has gained traction in higher education for its potential to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. CRF blended teaching integrates the principles of conditional random fields, a powerful probabilistic graphical model, with traditional teaching methodologies to enhance learning outcomes. Unlike conventional teaching approaches that often rely on linear or static instructional methods, CRF blended teaching embraces a more dynamic and adaptive framework. By leveraging CRF, which models the dependencies between different instructional variables, educators can design personalized learning experiences tailored to individual student needs and learning styles. This approach enables the seamless integration of diverse instructional modalities, including face-to-face instruction, online resources, and interactive learning activities. The proposed model CRF algorithms to effectively capture the sequential dependencies inherent in language learning tasks, such as sentence parsing and part-of-speech tagging. By integrating deep learning architectures, including recurrent neural networks (RNNs) and transformers, model with large-scale linguistic corpora to improve accuracy and generalization. The model achieves a 15% increase in students' English proficiency scores and a 25% improvement in comprehension compared to traditional teaching methods, underscoring its effectiveness in enhancing learning outcomes.