Oral expression skills play an essential role in the development of EFL students’language abilities,and how to improve EFL students’oral expression skills is an essential and challenging task.This study adopts a qua...Oral expression skills play an essential role in the development of EFL students’language abilities,and how to improve EFL students’oral expression skills is an essential and challenging task.This study adopts a quasi-experimental research method to carry out the research and proposes an AI-based reflective dialogue model.Based on this,an analysis of the impact brought by this model on EFL students’oral expression performance and learning anxiety levels.The results show that students in the experimental group have significantly higher oral expression performance than those in the control group in the three dimensions of grammatical accuracy,expressive fluency,and word accuracy.In addition,the students in the experimental group produced facilitated anxiety after using the AI-based reflective dialogue model for oral expression learning,which prompted the students to learn more diligently.展开更多
研究基于Web of Science的检索数据并运用CiteSpace软件生成可视化知识图谱,对国际上人工智能辅助英语作为外语(EFL)教学相关文献的发表时间、机构、作者、关键词进行计量分析,得出该领域的研究热点和演进趋势,旨在为国内相关研究提供...研究基于Web of Science的检索数据并运用CiteSpace软件生成可视化知识图谱,对国际上人工智能辅助英语作为外语(EFL)教学相关文献的发表时间、机构、作者、关键词进行计量分析,得出该领域的研究热点和演进趋势,旨在为国内相关研究提供参考和启示。结果显示,该领域的研究热点集中于技术接受模型、英语作为外语写作教学、自然语言处理等领域。研究趋势从自动化写作评估向教学质量提升延伸,进而拓展至个性化学习和自主学习,体现了人工智能辅助下多模态泛化教学场景的发展。展开更多
Online interactive learning plays a crucial role in improving online education quality.This grounded theory study examines:(1)what key factors shape EFL learners’online interactive learning,(2)how these factors form ...Online interactive learning plays a crucial role in improving online education quality.This grounded theory study examines:(1)what key factors shape EFL learners’online interactive learning,(2)how these factors form an empirically validated model,and(3)how they interact within this model,through systematic analysis of 9,207 discussion forum posts from a Chinese University MOOC platform.Results demonstrate that learning drive,course structure,teaching competence,interaction behavior,expected outcomes,and online learning context significantly influence EFL online interactive learning.The analysis reveals two key mechanisms:expected outcomes mediate the effects of learning drive(β=0.45),course structure,teaching competence,and interaction behavior(β=0.35)on learning outcomes,while online learning context moderates these relationships(β=0.25).Specifically,learning drive provides intrinsic/extrinsic motivation,whereas course structure,teaching competence,interaction behavior,and expected outcomes collectively enhance interaction quality and sustainability.These findings,derived through rigorous grounded theory methodology involving open,axial,and selective coding of large-scale interaction data,yield three key contributions:(1)a comprehensive theoretical model of EFL online learning dynamics,(2)empirical validation of mediation/moderation mechanisms,and(3)practical strategies for designing scaffolded interaction protocols and adaptive feedback systems.The study establishes that its theoretically saturated model(achieved after analyzing 7,366 posts with 1,841 verification cases)offers educators evidence-based approaches to optimize collaborative interaction in digital EFL environments.展开更多
The present study explores the importance of developing metaphorical thinking skills in students within the framework of English as a Foreign Language(EFL)reading courses at the tertiary educational level.Metaphorical...The present study explores the importance of developing metaphorical thinking skills in students within the framework of English as a Foreign Language(EFL)reading courses at the tertiary educational level.Metaphorical thinking is viewed as the ability to envisage the world figuratively,perceive associatively,and express oneself creatively.It is crucial to recognize metaphors in texts,interpret the complex images they evoke,and generate new metaphors.It is especially needful in the current era of clip thinking and fragmented information processing when students often approach content superficially rather than comprehensively,leading to decreased cognitive activity and a diminished capacity to understand literature.To foster metaphorical thinking,the paper suggests building a text associative-semantic field focusing on metaphors.Due to its hierarchical structure,which can be envisioned as a dense nucleus surrounded by a central region of synonyms and further enveloped by a periphery of more loosely associated linguistic units,the text associative-semantic field is seen as a potent solution for facilitating improved visualization and more holistic comprehension of information,allowing students for expanding their vocabulary and strengthening associative connections.Notably,the study highlights analyzing the metaphors of emotional states as they contribute significantly to a more profound interpretation of the text,understanding the writer’s unique style,deepening the students’engagement with the book,and expanding their emotional experiences.展开更多
This study investigates the correlation between musical competence and English prosodic production as well as the associations among their internal components.Eighty Chinese EFL learners in college took the musical pe...This study investigates the correlation between musical competence and English prosodic production as well as the associations among their internal components.Eighty Chinese EFL learners in college took the musical perception test,musical production test and English prosodic production test in sequence.In order to take a closer look at the prosodic performance,taking native English speakers as a reference,we also conducted an in-depth acoustic analysis of the English prosody produced by six cases in both high and low musical competence groups with the aid of Praat and ToBI.Our results indicate that students with high musical competence tend to outperform those with low musical competence in English prosodic production.However,musical perception competence seems to have a greater correlation with English prosodic competence than musical production competence.In addition,beat alignment or tempo(related to time and stress)could be the most associated component in musical competence with English prosody,while melody in music was double confirmed to be unhelpful.It was also spotted that cases with high musical competence performed more native-like patterns of phrase accent,boundary tones,intonational phrases as well as placement of stress.The results have important theoretical implications for the construct interpretation of musical competence,and also suggest that rhythmic perception training could be the most effective way to transfer music achievement to English speech prosody.展开更多
While artificial intelligence(AI)shows promise in education,its real-world effectiveness in specific settings like blended English as a Foreign Language(EFL)learning needs closer examination.This study investigated th...While artificial intelligence(AI)shows promise in education,its real-world effectiveness in specific settings like blended English as a Foreign Language(EFL)learning needs closer examination.This study investigated the impact of a blended teaching model incorporating AI tools on the Superstar Learning Platform for Chinese university EFL students.Using a mixed-methods approach,60 first-year students were randomized into an experimental group(using the AI-enhanced model)and a control group(traditional instruction)for 16 weeks.Data included test scores,learning behaviors(duration,task completion),satisfaction surveys,and interviews.Results showed the experimental group significantly outperformed the control group on post-tests and achieved larger learning gains.These students also demonstrated greater engagement through longer study times and higher task completion rates,and reported significantly higher satisfaction.Interviews confirmed these findings,with students attributing benefits to the model’s personalized guidance,structured content presentation(knowledge graphs),immediate responses,flexibility,and varied interaction methods.However,limitations were noted,including areas where the platform’s AI could be improved(e.g.,for assessing speaking/translation)and ongoing challenges with student self-discipline.The study concludes that this AI-enhanced blended model significantly improved student performance,engagement,and satisfaction in this EFL context.The findings offer practical insights for educators and platform developers,suggesting AI integration holds significant potential while highlighting areas for refinement.展开更多
Language education has predominantly focused on classroom instruction and pedagogical strategies,yet the sociological aspects of learning-especially the family’s role-are often overlooked in English as a Foreign Lang...Language education has predominantly focused on classroom instruction and pedagogical strategies,yet the sociological aspects of learning-especially the family’s role-are often overlooked in English as a Foreign Language(EFL)contexts.This study explores how parental attitudes,support systems,and disciplinary approaches influence Turkish university students’oral fluency in English.While educators and curricula are frequently held accountable for low communicative competence,this paper posits that sociocultural factors originating from the home environment play a crucial role.Utilizing a qualitative-dominant mixed-methods design with 210 undergraduate EFL learners and 24 lecturers from four Turkish universities,data were gathered through questionnaires,interviews,and parental focus groups.Findings indicate that students with supportive and engaged parents exhibit greater self-efficacy,confidence,and linguistic agency in communication tasks.In contrast,those from indifferent or authoritarian families experience anxiety,low motivation,and stagnation in oral skills.Grounded in Bourdieu’s social capital theory,Bronfenbrenner’s ecological systems theory,and Coleman’s social context of learning,this study conceptualizes the family as an“invisible classroom”where linguistic habits,discipline,and cultural aspirations are cultivated.The paper concludes by proposing a Family-Engaged EFL Fluency Model(FE-EFM)that integrates learner development within a framework of sociological co-responsibility involving parents,educators,and institutions.展开更多
This paper examines the application of drama-based pedagogy in EFL classrooms,demonstrating how script analysis,role-playing,and improvisation can effectively enhance students’integrated language skills.The study hig...This paper examines the application of drama-based pedagogy in EFL classrooms,demonstrating how script analysis,role-playing,and improvisation can effectively enhance students’integrated language skills.The study highlights the unique advantages of dramatic texts for pronunciation training,subtext interpretation,and cultural understanding,while providing practical teaching methods including conflict scene selection and stage direction adaptation.Findings indicate that drama techniques reduce learning anxiety,boost motivation,and create authentic language contexts,serving as an effective bridge between literary study and language practice.展开更多
随着技术的不断发展,虚拟现实技术开始广泛应用于EFL (English as a Foreign Language)当中。本研究深入剖析虚拟现实(VR)技术给英语作为第二外语的学生所带来的影响。在传统英语学习环境中,学生因缺乏练习环境,学习面临重重困难。VR技...随着技术的不断发展,虚拟现实技术开始广泛应用于EFL (English as a Foreign Language)当中。本研究深入剖析虚拟现实(VR)技术给英语作为第二外语的学生所带来的影响。在传统英语学习环境中,学生因缺乏练习环境,学习面临重重困难。VR技术凭借其交互性、沉浸感等特点,为EFL开辟全新路径。统计显示,实证研究多采用桌面式VR设备,VR技术主要用于提升学生英语发音与口语表达,还能提高学习动机、降低口语焦虑、辅助词汇学习和提升认知。尽管VR技术在EFL教学中前景广阔,但仍存在缺乏有效学习引导、易引发认知超载等问题。未来的研究应着重关注适配的学习策略与VR技术的结合,以及依据学生需求和学习内容精心设计教学流程,以此充分发挥VR技术在EFL教学中的优势。展开更多
This study focused on the impact of intelligent learning companions(ILC)on Chinese EFL learners’oral English ability and technology perception.Using a quasi-experimental design,this study selected 51 EFL learners fro...This study focused on the impact of intelligent learning companions(ILC)on Chinese EFL learners’oral English ability and technology perception.Using a quasi-experimental design,this study selected 51 EFL learners from a university in southeast China and randomly divided them into an experimental group(EG,n=24)and a control group(CG,n=27).During the 16-week intervention period,the experimental group adopted the intelligent learning companion teaching strategy supported by artificial intelligence technology(Relying on the IFlytek Spark Platform),while the control group adopted the learning companion strategy guided by teachers.The experimental group not only had better oral English scores(p=0.001<0.05)but also showed a significant increase in technology perception(p=0.01<0.05).The research provides a new perspective for effectively integrating artificial intelligence technology in oral English teaching.Also,it offers strong empirical support for theoretical study and practical application in enhancing the oral expression ability of the second language,English.展开更多
The advancement of generative AI has reshaped EFL education,particularly in EFL writing.This qualitative case study investigates the perceptions of Chinese college students and EFL teachers towards the integration of ...The advancement of generative AI has reshaped EFL education,particularly in EFL writing.This qualitative case study investigates the perceptions of Chinese college students and EFL teachers towards the integration of Gen AI in EFL writing.The research involved semi-structured interviews with 13 students and 10 EFL teachers.Thematic analysis,guided by the Technology Acceptance Model(TAM),was employed to analyze the qualitative data.The findings reveal the perceptions of students and teachers regarding the role of generative AI in EFL writing.Regarding usefulness,students appreciate Gen AI for reducing writing difficulty and enhancing efficiency,though some note that it may produce logical flaws and misinformation.Teachers share similar perceptions,but stress effectiveness depends on students’language level.Some teachers also advocate traditional writing initially to build foundational skills.On the ease of use,most students find it easy interacting with Gen AI but mention dialogical understanding challenges.Both students and teachers stress clear prompts are crucial,indicating“AI interaction literacy”should be part of teaching.Moreover,teachers worry that Gen AI’s ease of use may lead to over-reliance.These results reveal contradicting goals of using Gen AI:students value efficiency,while teachers focus on ability cultivation.These insights guide more effective integration of Gen AI in EFL writing education.展开更多
在全球化大潮中,英语作为国际通用语,其教学意义非凡,将中国民族服饰文化融入英语作为外语的课程(english as a foreign language,EFL )教学中,既充实了教学内容,又能使学生在学习英语时增强文化自信,实现语言学习与文化传承相融合。基...在全球化大潮中,英语作为国际通用语,其教学意义非凡,将中国民族服饰文化融入英语作为外语的课程(english as a foreign language,EFL )教学中,既充实了教学内容,又能使学生在学习英语时增强文化自信,实现语言学习与文化传承相融合。基于此,分析文化融入语言教学的重要性,阐述中国民族服饰文化内涵及其在EFL课程中的特殊价值,精心规划融入中国民族服饰文化的EFL课程设计,涵盖教学目标、内容、方法和评价,以期为在EFL教学中传承和发扬中华优秀传统文化提供参考。展开更多
基金2024 Provincial Teaching Reform Program for Graduate Students in the Second Batch of the 14th Five-Year Plan of Zhejiang Provincial Office of Education:Innovation and Practice of“Six Synergistic”Graduate Teaching Guided by Educator’s Spirit(No.JGCG2024406)Key Project of Zhejiang Provincial Education Science Planning:Research on an interdisciplinary teaching model to promote students’computational thinking from multiple analytical perspectives[No.2025SB103].
文摘Oral expression skills play an essential role in the development of EFL students’language abilities,and how to improve EFL students’oral expression skills is an essential and challenging task.This study adopts a quasi-experimental research method to carry out the research and proposes an AI-based reflective dialogue model.Based on this,an analysis of the impact brought by this model on EFL students’oral expression performance and learning anxiety levels.The results show that students in the experimental group have significantly higher oral expression performance than those in the control group in the three dimensions of grammatical accuracy,expressive fluency,and word accuracy.In addition,the students in the experimental group produced facilitated anxiety after using the AI-based reflective dialogue model for oral expression learning,which prompted the students to learn more diligently.
文摘研究基于Web of Science的检索数据并运用CiteSpace软件生成可视化知识图谱,对国际上人工智能辅助英语作为外语(EFL)教学相关文献的发表时间、机构、作者、关键词进行计量分析,得出该领域的研究热点和演进趋势,旨在为国内相关研究提供参考和启示。结果显示,该领域的研究热点集中于技术接受模型、英语作为外语写作教学、自然语言处理等领域。研究趋势从自动化写作评估向教学质量提升延伸,进而拓展至个性化学习和自主学习,体现了人工智能辅助下多模态泛化教学场景的发展。
文摘Online interactive learning plays a crucial role in improving online education quality.This grounded theory study examines:(1)what key factors shape EFL learners’online interactive learning,(2)how these factors form an empirically validated model,and(3)how they interact within this model,through systematic analysis of 9,207 discussion forum posts from a Chinese University MOOC platform.Results demonstrate that learning drive,course structure,teaching competence,interaction behavior,expected outcomes,and online learning context significantly influence EFL online interactive learning.The analysis reveals two key mechanisms:expected outcomes mediate the effects of learning drive(β=0.45),course structure,teaching competence,and interaction behavior(β=0.35)on learning outcomes,while online learning context moderates these relationships(β=0.25).Specifically,learning drive provides intrinsic/extrinsic motivation,whereas course structure,teaching competence,interaction behavior,and expected outcomes collectively enhance interaction quality and sustainability.These findings,derived through rigorous grounded theory methodology involving open,axial,and selective coding of large-scale interaction data,yield three key contributions:(1)a comprehensive theoretical model of EFL online learning dynamics,(2)empirical validation of mediation/moderation mechanisms,and(3)practical strategies for designing scaffolded interaction protocols and adaptive feedback systems.The study establishes that its theoretically saturated model(achieved after analyzing 7,366 posts with 1,841 verification cases)offers educators evidence-based approaches to optimize collaborative interaction in digital EFL environments.
文摘The present study explores the importance of developing metaphorical thinking skills in students within the framework of English as a Foreign Language(EFL)reading courses at the tertiary educational level.Metaphorical thinking is viewed as the ability to envisage the world figuratively,perceive associatively,and express oneself creatively.It is crucial to recognize metaphors in texts,interpret the complex images they evoke,and generate new metaphors.It is especially needful in the current era of clip thinking and fragmented information processing when students often approach content superficially rather than comprehensively,leading to decreased cognitive activity and a diminished capacity to understand literature.To foster metaphorical thinking,the paper suggests building a text associative-semantic field focusing on metaphors.Due to its hierarchical structure,which can be envisioned as a dense nucleus surrounded by a central region of synonyms and further enveloped by a periphery of more loosely associated linguistic units,the text associative-semantic field is seen as a potent solution for facilitating improved visualization and more holistic comprehension of information,allowing students for expanding their vocabulary and strengthening associative connections.Notably,the study highlights analyzing the metaphors of emotional states as they contribute significantly to a more profound interpretation of the text,understanding the writer’s unique style,deepening the students’engagement with the book,and expanding their emotional experiences.
文摘This study investigates the correlation between musical competence and English prosodic production as well as the associations among their internal components.Eighty Chinese EFL learners in college took the musical perception test,musical production test and English prosodic production test in sequence.In order to take a closer look at the prosodic performance,taking native English speakers as a reference,we also conducted an in-depth acoustic analysis of the English prosody produced by six cases in both high and low musical competence groups with the aid of Praat and ToBI.Our results indicate that students with high musical competence tend to outperform those with low musical competence in English prosodic production.However,musical perception competence seems to have a greater correlation with English prosodic competence than musical production competence.In addition,beat alignment or tempo(related to time and stress)could be the most associated component in musical competence with English prosody,while melody in music was double confirmed to be unhelpful.It was also spotted that cases with high musical competence performed more native-like patterns of phrase accent,boundary tones,intonational phrases as well as placement of stress.The results have important theoretical implications for the construct interpretation of musical competence,and also suggest that rhythmic perception training could be the most effective way to transfer music achievement to English speech prosody.
基金supported by the 2024“Special Research Project on the Application of Artificial Intelligence in Empowering Teaching and Education”of Zhejiang Province Association of Higher Education(KT2024165).
文摘While artificial intelligence(AI)shows promise in education,its real-world effectiveness in specific settings like blended English as a Foreign Language(EFL)learning needs closer examination.This study investigated the impact of a blended teaching model incorporating AI tools on the Superstar Learning Platform for Chinese university EFL students.Using a mixed-methods approach,60 first-year students were randomized into an experimental group(using the AI-enhanced model)and a control group(traditional instruction)for 16 weeks.Data included test scores,learning behaviors(duration,task completion),satisfaction surveys,and interviews.Results showed the experimental group significantly outperformed the control group on post-tests and achieved larger learning gains.These students also demonstrated greater engagement through longer study times and higher task completion rates,and reported significantly higher satisfaction.Interviews confirmed these findings,with students attributing benefits to the model’s personalized guidance,structured content presentation(knowledge graphs),immediate responses,flexibility,and varied interaction methods.However,limitations were noted,including areas where the platform’s AI could be improved(e.g.,for assessing speaking/translation)and ongoing challenges with student self-discipline.The study concludes that this AI-enhanced blended model significantly improved student performance,engagement,and satisfaction in this EFL context.The findings offer practical insights for educators and platform developers,suggesting AI integration holds significant potential while highlighting areas for refinement.
文摘Language education has predominantly focused on classroom instruction and pedagogical strategies,yet the sociological aspects of learning-especially the family’s role-are often overlooked in English as a Foreign Language(EFL)contexts.This study explores how parental attitudes,support systems,and disciplinary approaches influence Turkish university students’oral fluency in English.While educators and curricula are frequently held accountable for low communicative competence,this paper posits that sociocultural factors originating from the home environment play a crucial role.Utilizing a qualitative-dominant mixed-methods design with 210 undergraduate EFL learners and 24 lecturers from four Turkish universities,data were gathered through questionnaires,interviews,and parental focus groups.Findings indicate that students with supportive and engaged parents exhibit greater self-efficacy,confidence,and linguistic agency in communication tasks.In contrast,those from indifferent or authoritarian families experience anxiety,low motivation,and stagnation in oral skills.Grounded in Bourdieu’s social capital theory,Bronfenbrenner’s ecological systems theory,and Coleman’s social context of learning,this study conceptualizes the family as an“invisible classroom”where linguistic habits,discipline,and cultural aspirations are cultivated.The paper concludes by proposing a Family-Engaged EFL Fluency Model(FE-EFM)that integrates learner development within a framework of sociological co-responsibility involving parents,educators,and institutions.
文摘This paper examines the application of drama-based pedagogy in EFL classrooms,demonstrating how script analysis,role-playing,and improvisation can effectively enhance students’integrated language skills.The study highlights the unique advantages of dramatic texts for pronunciation training,subtext interpretation,and cultural understanding,while providing practical teaching methods including conflict scene selection and stage direction adaptation.Findings indicate that drama techniques reduce learning anxiety,boost motivation,and create authentic language contexts,serving as an effective bridge between literary study and language practice.
文摘随着技术的不断发展,虚拟现实技术开始广泛应用于EFL (English as a Foreign Language)当中。本研究深入剖析虚拟现实(VR)技术给英语作为第二外语的学生所带来的影响。在传统英语学习环境中,学生因缺乏练习环境,学习面临重重困难。VR技术凭借其交互性、沉浸感等特点,为EFL开辟全新路径。统计显示,实证研究多采用桌面式VR设备,VR技术主要用于提升学生英语发音与口语表达,还能提高学习动机、降低口语焦虑、辅助词汇学习和提升认知。尽管VR技术在EFL教学中前景广阔,但仍存在缺乏有效学习引导、易引发认知超载等问题。未来的研究应着重关注适配的学习策略与VR技术的结合,以及依据学生需求和学习内容精心设计教学流程,以此充分发挥VR技术在EFL教学中的优势。
文摘This study focused on the impact of intelligent learning companions(ILC)on Chinese EFL learners’oral English ability and technology perception.Using a quasi-experimental design,this study selected 51 EFL learners from a university in southeast China and randomly divided them into an experimental group(EG,n=24)and a control group(CG,n=27).During the 16-week intervention period,the experimental group adopted the intelligent learning companion teaching strategy supported by artificial intelligence technology(Relying on the IFlytek Spark Platform),while the control group adopted the learning companion strategy guided by teachers.The experimental group not only had better oral English scores(p=0.001<0.05)but also showed a significant increase in technology perception(p=0.01<0.05).The research provides a new perspective for effectively integrating artificial intelligence technology in oral English teaching.Also,it offers strong empirical support for theoretical study and practical application in enhancing the oral expression ability of the second language,English.
文摘The advancement of generative AI has reshaped EFL education,particularly in EFL writing.This qualitative case study investigates the perceptions of Chinese college students and EFL teachers towards the integration of Gen AI in EFL writing.The research involved semi-structured interviews with 13 students and 10 EFL teachers.Thematic analysis,guided by the Technology Acceptance Model(TAM),was employed to analyze the qualitative data.The findings reveal the perceptions of students and teachers regarding the role of generative AI in EFL writing.Regarding usefulness,students appreciate Gen AI for reducing writing difficulty and enhancing efficiency,though some note that it may produce logical flaws and misinformation.Teachers share similar perceptions,but stress effectiveness depends on students’language level.Some teachers also advocate traditional writing initially to build foundational skills.On the ease of use,most students find it easy interacting with Gen AI but mention dialogical understanding challenges.Both students and teachers stress clear prompts are crucial,indicating“AI interaction literacy”should be part of teaching.Moreover,teachers worry that Gen AI’s ease of use may lead to over-reliance.These results reveal contradicting goals of using Gen AI:students value efficiency,while teachers focus on ability cultivation.These insights guide more effective integration of Gen AI in EFL writing education.
文摘在全球化大潮中,英语作为国际通用语,其教学意义非凡,将中国民族服饰文化融入英语作为外语的课程(english as a foreign language,EFL )教学中,既充实了教学内容,又能使学生在学习英语时增强文化自信,实现语言学习与文化传承相融合。基于此,分析文化融入语言教学的重要性,阐述中国民族服饰文化内涵及其在EFL课程中的特殊价值,精心规划融入中国民族服饰文化的EFL课程设计,涵盖教学目标、内容、方法和评价,以期为在EFL教学中传承和发扬中华优秀传统文化提供参考。
