This study examines the predictive roles of foreign language classroom anxiety(FLCA),foreign language enjoyment(FLE),and foreign language boredom(FLB)in English achievement among Chinese senior high school students.De...This study examines the predictive roles of foreign language classroom anxiety(FLCA),foreign language enjoyment(FLE),and foreign language boredom(FLB)in English achievement among Chinese senior high school students.Despite extensive research on anxiety in language learning,less attention has been given to boredom,and the combined effects of these three emotions on English achievement remain under-explored,particularly among high school students in China.To address these gaps,a sample of 142 students from Guangzhou was surveyed using questionnaires to assess their emotional experiences and English achievement.The research found that FLE exhibited a positive correlation with academic performance,while FLCA and FLB showed negative associations.Notably,FLE was the most significant predictor of English achievement,followed by FLCA and FLB.Gender differences were observed,with male students reporting significantly higher levels of environmental enjoyment,while female students experienced significantly greater communication anxiety.On this basis,this paper offers suggestions on how to enhance senior high school students’FLE while mitigating FLCA and FLB,thereby promoting more effective and sustained English learning.展开更多
Based on conversation analysis theory,this study explored how teachers and students used discourse markers in foreign language classrooms and how these markers affect classroom interaction.The results showed that teac...Based on conversation analysis theory,this study explored how teachers and students used discourse markers in foreign language classrooms and how these markers affect classroom interaction.The results showed that teachers use different discourse markers in different teaching stages such as lead-in,presentation,practice and summary to make their teaching more organized and clearer.However,students used these markers less often,and their expressions are often less coherent.Based on these findings,the study suggests teaching strategies for teachers and learning strategies for students to improve how they use discourse markers.This can help make foreign language teaching more effective and interactive.展开更多
The rapid development of generative artificial intelligence(GenAI)is profoundly changing the form and paradigm of foreign language education.GenAI technology,represented by DeepSeek,provides technical support for pers...The rapid development of generative artificial intelligence(GenAI)is profoundly changing the form and paradigm of foreign language education.GenAI technology,represented by DeepSeek,provides technical support for personalization,immersion,and intelligence of foreign language teaching by virtue of its natural language processing,multimodal content generation,and cross-cultural simulation capabilities.From the three dimensions of“teaching reconstruction,”“learning innovation,”and“education upgrading,”this paper systematically analyzes the internal mechanism of GenAI empowering foreign language education and reveals its unique value in language knowledge transmission,skill training,and cultural understanding.At the same time,considering that GenAI may lead to language model errors in foreign language education,cultural misinterpretations,technological dependence,and data privacy risks,it is proposed to adopt coping strategies such as building an advanced literacy system,establishing a human-AI collaborative ecosystem,and implementing a transparent regulatory framework for algorithms.These measures aim to ensure the high-quality development of technology-integrated foreign language education,providing both theoretical support and practical pathways for cultivating globally competent talents with intercultural communication skills and digital literacy.展开更多
Background:Foreign Language Anxiety(FLA)represents a substantial affective barrier that undermines cognitive performance,motivation,and retention in language learners.Emerging evidence highlights mindfulness-based int...Background:Foreign Language Anxiety(FLA)represents a substantial affective barrier that undermines cognitive performance,motivation,and retention in language learners.Emerging evidence highlights mindfulness-based interventions as promising strategies for enhancing emotional regulation and reducing anxiety across educational contexts.This review synthesizes current research on mindfulness as a psychological intervention,aims to evaluate its efficacy in alleviating FLA,and discusses its broader implications for health-focused educational policy and practice.Methods:Following PRISMA guidelines,we systematically reviewed studies examining the relationships between mindfulness and FLA.Our search of four major databases(November 2023)initially identified 346 articles using terms like“mindfulness AND language anxiety.”After screening,14 studies met our criteria:(1)empirical research in English on mindfulness-FLA relationships;(2)no publication date restrictions.Two independent reviewers selected studies,excluding two due to methodological limitations.We conducted a narrative synthesis given the study heterogeneity(9 correlational and 5 intervention studies).Results:9 non-intervention studies demonstrated that mindfulness is negatively associated with FLA,with 3 studies highlighting the mediating roles of self-efficacy and resilience.5 intervention studies reported inconsistent results regarding the efficacy of mindfulness-based interventions in reducing FLA.Conclusions:The findings suggest that while mindfulness holds promise as a tool to address FLA,its mechanisms and effectiveness require further investigation.This study underscores the need for rigorous research,including Randomized Controlled Trials(RCTs),to inform evidence-based integration of mindfulness into foreign language curricula.For educational policymakers and practitioners,these insights highlight the importance of adopting mindfulness interventions cautiously,ensuring they are tailored to students’needs and supported by evidence.展开更多
The construction of new liberal arts emphasizes interdisciplinary integration and the cultivation of compound talents,providing new opportunities for the collaborative development of foreign language majors and touris...The construction of new liberal arts emphasizes interdisciplinary integration and the cultivation of compound talents,providing new opportunities for the collaborative development of foreign language majors and tourism majors in universities.The“foreign language+tourism”teaching model,by integrating the instrumental nature of language and the applied nature of tourism,aims to cultivate compound talents with both cross-cultural communication skills and practical capabilities in the tourism industry.Based on the background of new liberal arts,this paper analyzes the current status and challenges of“foreign language+tourism”teaching in universities,and proposes specific teaching paths from the dimensions of curriculum system reconstruction,teaching model innovation,faculty team optimization,and evaluation mechanism improvement,aiming to provide a theoretical reference for cultivating high-quality talents adapted to the high-quality development needs of the cultural and tourism industry.展开更多
The construction of ideological-political education within foreign language courses requires an integrated approach that encompasses value shaping,knowledge transfer,and competence cultivation.A critical challenge in ...The construction of ideological-political education within foreign language courses requires an integrated approach that encompasses value shaping,knowledge transfer,and competence cultivation.A critical challenge in this domain is the effective design and implementation of tasks that instill values,while also synergizing with acquiring knowledge and enhancing competencies.This paper delves into the philosophical underpinnings and operational principles of value-shaping task design and its practical application within the context of foreign language teaching.Utilizing Contemporary College English(Integrated Coursebook 3)as a case study,the paper explores value shaping-based task design in ideological-political education of foreign language courses,with the aim of providing references for the construction of ideological-political education in foreign language teaching.展开更多
Ideological and political education in courses is an important task of higher education in the new era.As a crucial part of higher education,foreign language teaching needs to actively explore effective integration wi...Ideological and political education in courses is an important task of higher education in the new era.As a crucial part of higher education,foreign language teaching needs to actively explore effective integration with ideological and political education in courses.The AVIVA teaching model,a student-centered teaching model,provides new ideas for foreign language teaching.Based on an analysis of the current situation of foreign language courses in application-oriented universities,this article discusses the application strategies of the AVIVA teaching model from the perspective of ideological and political education in courses.Through specific teaching practice cases,it demonstrates the effectiveness of this model in improving students’foreign language proficiency and ideological and political literacy,providing a reference for the reform of foreign language teaching in application-oriented universities.展开更多
Amid the intensifying global competition for discursive power,China has prioritized the enhancement of its international communication capacity and the global influence of Chinese culture as strategic measures to navi...Amid the intensifying global competition for discursive power,China has prioritized the enhancement of its international communication capacity and the global influence of Chinese culture as strategic measures to navigate a complex international public opinion environment.This evolving context has expanded the mission of foreign language education beyond its traditional role as a bridge for cultural exchange,positioning it as a critical means for cultivating talent that serves national strategies and contributes to shaping China’s global image.However,traditional models of foreign language education-limited by their predominantly instrumental orientation-are increasingly insufficient for this broader mission.In response,the ideological and political“Curriculum Chain”for foreign language majors has been introduced as a top-level structural reform.It establishes an integrated curricular framework that holistically links linguistic competence,disciplinary application,and value orientation.By embedding language learning within authentic professional contexts and nationally strategic frameworks,this model enables the implicit cultivation of students’ideological awareness and value systems,thereby fundamentally redefining the competence structure of foreign language professionals.展开更多
This paper proposes an interdisciplinary talent training model that combines foreign language education with area studies.The model aims to cultivate international ocean affairs professionals with cross-cultural commu...This paper proposes an interdisciplinary talent training model that combines foreign language education with area studies.The model aims to cultivate international ocean affairs professionals with cross-cultural communication skills,in-depth regional and country knowledge,and practical expertise in ocean affairs.Additionally,the paper presents specific training pathways and policy recommendations for implementing this model.展开更多
This review interrogates empirical and theoretical research on agentic engagement in foreign language(FL)learning.Through synthesizing peer-reviewed studies from Web of Science and CNKI databases,it maps the theoretic...This review interrogates empirical and theoretical research on agentic engagement in foreign language(FL)learning.Through synthesizing peer-reviewed studies from Web of Science and CNKI databases,it maps the theoretical evolution,methodological innovations,key influencing factors and proposed suggestion for further research on student agency.Future research should prioritize,longitudinal studies,culturally comparative designs,validity constructs and ethical evaluations of artificial intelligence’s impact on learner autonomy.This review calls for a holistic approach to FL education,where agentic engagement bridges individual initiative,pedagogical innovation,and sociocultural responsiveness to empower learners in multilingual global contexts.展开更多
This paper selects the widely used New Practical Chinese Readers,a comprehensive teaching material for Chinese as a foreign language,analyzing its content selection,presentation format,and organizational characteristi...This paper selects the widely used New Practical Chinese Readers,a comprehensive teaching material for Chinese as a foreign language,analyzing its content selection,presentation format,and organizational characteristics.By reviewing the inclusion of Chinese opera cultural elements in this material,the study identifies existing issues and provides recommendations for improvement.Introducing opera culture into Chinese language teaching materials can align with global cultural exchanges,helping more people learn about traditional Chinese culture and enhancing China’s international influence.展开更多
With the rapid evolution of information technology and the exponential development of artificial intelligence (AI), higher education has entered the age of digital intelligence. In this context, digital literacy has b...With the rapid evolution of information technology and the exponential development of artificial intelligence (AI), higher education has entered the age of digital intelligence. In this context, digital literacy has become an essential competency for educators. Grounded in Yoram Eshet-Alkalai’s five-dimensional framework of digital literacy-photo-visual literacy, reproduction literacy, branching literacy, information literacy, and socio-emotional literacy-this study explores the meaning, features, significance, and application of digital literacy for foreign language teachers in Chinese universities. Moreover, this paper uses several cases to elucidate how these five dimensions manifest in the professional practices of foreign language teachers in Chinese universities. Through clarifying what their digital literacy is, what dimensions it has, and what it can do, this study aims to provide theoretical foundations and practical insights for a comprehensive understanding and effective application of digital literacy for foreign language teachers in Chinese universities.展开更多
Based on the definition and classification of modern Chinese cultural words,this paper expounds the necessity of paying attention to the teaching of cultural words in teaching Chinese as a foreign language.Then,the te...Based on the definition and classification of modern Chinese cultural words,this paper expounds the necessity of paying attention to the teaching of cultural words in teaching Chinese as a foreign language.Then,the teaching strategies of cultural words are discussed from four aspects:vocabulary teaching,classification teaching,association teaching,and online teaching,in order to provide a reference for the actual teaching of teachers of Chinese as a foreign language.展开更多
Foreign language teaching practice is developing rapidly,but research on foreign language teacher learning is currently relatively fragmented and unstructured.The book Foreign Language Teacher Learning,written by Prof...Foreign language teaching practice is developing rapidly,but research on foreign language teacher learning is currently relatively fragmented and unstructured.The book Foreign Language Teacher Learning,written by Professor Kang Yan from Capital Normal University,published in September 2022,makes a systematic introduction to foreign language teacher learning,which to some extent makes up for this shortcoming.Her book presents the lineage of foreign language teacher learning research at home and abroad,analyzes both theoretical and practical aspects,reviews the cuttingedge research results,and foresees the future development trend,painting a complete research picture for researchers in the field of foreign language teaching and teacher education as well as front-line teachers interested in foreign language teacher learning.This is an important inspiration for conducting foreign language teacher learning research in the future.And this paper makes a review of the book from aspects such as its content,major characteristics,contributions and limitations.展开更多
In this presentation,the author explores strategies and activities that create a welcoming and nurturing environment for LGBTQIA+foreign language students at the college level in the United States.Indeed,as it is comm...In this presentation,the author explores strategies and activities that create a welcoming and nurturing environment for LGBTQIA+foreign language students at the college level in the United States.Indeed,as it is commonly stated,there is a clear lack of visibility,acceptance/tolerance,and inclusion of LGBTQIA+voices(active and proactive)in foreign language teaching and learning(pedagogical material as well as in-class attitudes and delivery).The reasons for this deficiency are diverse since they cover not only outward discrimination against and/or indifference(passive-aggressive behavior)toward the LGBTQIA+community and its plight,but they also illustrate the sheer,physical inexistence of quality material that can be used to create,present,and foster a welcoming and all-encompassing classroom environment that addresses the diverse spectrum of the LGBTQIA+community while its members try to learn a foreign language and(positively)negotiate how to express their very identity in their new language of choice.Moreover,the scant material that is available in the United States as well as in other Western countries where the LGBTQIA+community by and large is accepted-at least from the legal point of view-hardly represents and covers the subject matter in a satisfactory way.To address this gap,the author will provide some examples in European Portuguese(EP)and Italian(IT),followed by a courtesy translation in English,to illustrate some positive activities and strategies for including LGBTQIA+-related subject matter in the foreign language classroom at the college level.It is his desire that instructors of other foreign languages duplicate in their respective vernaculars the strategies and activities herein presented in order to create a welcoming and safe classroom environment that embraces the LGBTQIA+community as it goes through the enjoyable journey of learning a new language and culture.展开更多
The paper takes 2076 undergraduate students majoring in foreign languages from 15 Chinese universities as the research subjects to investigate their demand for ideological and political education elements in foreign l...The paper takes 2076 undergraduate students majoring in foreign languages from 15 Chinese universities as the research subjects to investigate their demand for ideological and political education elements in foreign language courses.The results show that:(1)Students have high needs for ideological and political education elements in foreign language courses;(2)There are differences in students’needs for ideological and political education elements across different dimensions.Students have higher demand for dimensions such as personal qualities,cultural literacy,moral cultivation,and patriotism,while their demand for dimensions related to constitutional law and political identity is relatively low.Therefore,foreign language majors in Chinese universities should optimize the supply of ideological and political education elements in their courses according to students’needs,and improve the effectiveness of moral education in these courses.展开更多
Students’evaluation of moral education is of great significance for improving the quality of teaching.Through a survey of 2715 undergraduates majoring in foreign languages,this paper analyzes their evaluation of the ...Students’evaluation of moral education is of great significance for improving the quality of teaching.Through a survey of 2715 undergraduates majoring in foreign languages,this paper analyzes their evaluation of the moral education.Findings show that students speak highly of teachers’competence in moral education,teaching methods and the integration of moral education in the textbooks,but not in the course assessment and the overall effect of moral education.Suggestions were proposed accordingly to improve moral education of foreign language education in China.展开更多
This study investigated the status quo and further improvement needs of foreign language teachers’teaching competence in curriculum-based ideological education(CIE)in Xinjiang colleges and universities.The results sh...This study investigated the status quo and further improvement needs of foreign language teachers’teaching competence in curriculum-based ideological education(CIE)in Xinjiang colleges and universities.The results show that the teachers’teaching competence in CIE is generally good,with the“cultivating quality”being the highest and the“scientific research quality”the lowest;there still exist several problems,such as teachers’lack of theoretical knowledge in CIE,lack of teaching resources,and insufficient abilities in teaching design and research.It is hoped that with the support and efforts from university administrations,teachers can improve their teaching competence in CIE through various approaches adopted and multiple measures taken,thus optimizing their teaching effectiveness,promoting the construction of CIE in Xinjiang colleges and universities in the new era,and contributing to Xinjiang’s high-quality development.展开更多
文摘This study examines the predictive roles of foreign language classroom anxiety(FLCA),foreign language enjoyment(FLE),and foreign language boredom(FLB)in English achievement among Chinese senior high school students.Despite extensive research on anxiety in language learning,less attention has been given to boredom,and the combined effects of these three emotions on English achievement remain under-explored,particularly among high school students in China.To address these gaps,a sample of 142 students from Guangzhou was surveyed using questionnaires to assess their emotional experiences and English achievement.The research found that FLE exhibited a positive correlation with academic performance,while FLCA and FLB showed negative associations.Notably,FLE was the most significant predictor of English achievement,followed by FLCA and FLB.Gender differences were observed,with male students reporting significantly higher levels of environmental enjoyment,while female students experienced significantly greater communication anxiety.On this basis,this paper offers suggestions on how to enhance senior high school students’FLE while mitigating FLCA and FLB,thereby promoting more effective and sustained English learning.
基金Survey on the Use of Discourse Markers by Teachers and Students in Foreign Language Classrooms:Taking Teaching Stages and Contexts as Examples(Project No.:20240847)Ideological and Political Teaching Practice of Linguistics Course Under New Liberal Arts(Project No.:JG2023074)。
文摘Based on conversation analysis theory,this study explored how teachers and students used discourse markers in foreign language classrooms and how these markers affect classroom interaction.The results showed that teachers use different discourse markers in different teaching stages such as lead-in,presentation,practice and summary to make their teaching more organized and clearer.However,students used these markers less often,and their expressions are often less coherent.Based on these findings,the study suggests teaching strategies for teachers and learning strategies for students to improve how they use discourse markers.This can help make foreign language teaching more effective and interactive.
文摘The rapid development of generative artificial intelligence(GenAI)is profoundly changing the form and paradigm of foreign language education.GenAI technology,represented by DeepSeek,provides technical support for personalization,immersion,and intelligence of foreign language teaching by virtue of its natural language processing,multimodal content generation,and cross-cultural simulation capabilities.From the three dimensions of“teaching reconstruction,”“learning innovation,”and“education upgrading,”this paper systematically analyzes the internal mechanism of GenAI empowering foreign language education and reveals its unique value in language knowledge transmission,skill training,and cultural understanding.At the same time,considering that GenAI may lead to language model errors in foreign language education,cultural misinterpretations,technological dependence,and data privacy risks,it is proposed to adopt coping strategies such as building an advanced literacy system,establishing a human-AI collaborative ecosystem,and implementing a transparent regulatory framework for algorithms.These measures aim to ensure the high-quality development of technology-integrated foreign language education,providing both theoretical support and practical pathways for cultivating globally competent talents with intercultural communication skills and digital literacy.
文摘Background:Foreign Language Anxiety(FLA)represents a substantial affective barrier that undermines cognitive performance,motivation,and retention in language learners.Emerging evidence highlights mindfulness-based interventions as promising strategies for enhancing emotional regulation and reducing anxiety across educational contexts.This review synthesizes current research on mindfulness as a psychological intervention,aims to evaluate its efficacy in alleviating FLA,and discusses its broader implications for health-focused educational policy and practice.Methods:Following PRISMA guidelines,we systematically reviewed studies examining the relationships between mindfulness and FLA.Our search of four major databases(November 2023)initially identified 346 articles using terms like“mindfulness AND language anxiety.”After screening,14 studies met our criteria:(1)empirical research in English on mindfulness-FLA relationships;(2)no publication date restrictions.Two independent reviewers selected studies,excluding two due to methodological limitations.We conducted a narrative synthesis given the study heterogeneity(9 correlational and 5 intervention studies).Results:9 non-intervention studies demonstrated that mindfulness is negatively associated with FLA,with 3 studies highlighting the mediating roles of self-efficacy and resilience.5 intervention studies reported inconsistent results regarding the efficacy of mindfulness-based interventions in reducing FLA.Conclusions:The findings suggest that while mindfulness holds promise as a tool to address FLA,its mechanisms and effectiveness require further investigation.This study underscores the need for rigorous research,including Randomized Controlled Trials(RCTs),to inform evidence-based integration of mindfulness into foreign language curricula.For educational policymakers and practitioners,these insights highlight the importance of adopting mindfulness interventions cautiously,ensuring they are tailored to students’needs and supported by evidence.
基金Education Teaching Reform Research and Practice Project of Tangshan Normal University“Research on the Construction and Practical Pathways of‘Foreign Languages+Majors’Interdisciplinary Model under the Background of New Liberal Arts”(2025JGZD114)。
文摘The construction of new liberal arts emphasizes interdisciplinary integration and the cultivation of compound talents,providing new opportunities for the collaborative development of foreign language majors and tourism majors in universities.The“foreign language+tourism”teaching model,by integrating the instrumental nature of language and the applied nature of tourism,aims to cultivate compound talents with both cross-cultural communication skills and practical capabilities in the tourism industry.Based on the background of new liberal arts,this paper analyzes the current status and challenges of“foreign language+tourism”teaching in universities,and proposes specific teaching paths from the dimensions of curriculum system reconstruction,teaching model innovation,faculty team optimization,and evaluation mechanism improvement,aiming to provide a theoretical reference for cultivating high-quality talents adapted to the high-quality development needs of the cultural and tourism industry.
文摘The construction of ideological-political education within foreign language courses requires an integrated approach that encompasses value shaping,knowledge transfer,and competence cultivation.A critical challenge in this domain is the effective design and implementation of tasks that instill values,while also synergizing with acquiring knowledge and enhancing competencies.This paper delves into the philosophical underpinnings and operational principles of value-shaping task design and its practical application within the context of foreign language teaching.Utilizing Contemporary College English(Integrated Coursebook 3)as a case study,the paper explores value shaping-based task design in ideological-political education of foreign language courses,with the aim of providing references for the construction of ideological-political education in foreign language teaching.
基金Research on the Path of Digital Empowerment for the Construction of Ideological and Political Education in Foreign Language Courses in Application-Oriented Undergraduate Universities(Project No.:cqgj23173C)Key University-Level Teaching Reform Project of 2024 of Chongqing Yitong University,“Exploration and Practice of the AVIVA Teaching Model in German Courses of Application-Oriented Universities from the Perspective of Ideological and Political Education in Courses”(Project No.:24JG209)。
文摘Ideological and political education in courses is an important task of higher education in the new era.As a crucial part of higher education,foreign language teaching needs to actively explore effective integration with ideological and political education in courses.The AVIVA teaching model,a student-centered teaching model,provides new ideas for foreign language teaching.Based on an analysis of the current situation of foreign language courses in application-oriented universities,this article discusses the application strategies of the AVIVA teaching model from the perspective of ideological and political education in courses.Through specific teaching practice cases,it demonstrates the effectiveness of this model in improving students’foreign language proficiency and ideological and political literacy,providing a reference for the reform of foreign language teaching in application-oriented universities.
基金The 2022 Liaoning Province Education Science“14th Five-Year Plan”Project“Research on the Construction of an Ideological and Political‘Curriculum Chain’for Japanese Majors in Universities”(JG22DB126)。
文摘Amid the intensifying global competition for discursive power,China has prioritized the enhancement of its international communication capacity and the global influence of Chinese culture as strategic measures to navigate a complex international public opinion environment.This evolving context has expanded the mission of foreign language education beyond its traditional role as a bridge for cultural exchange,positioning it as a critical means for cultivating talent that serves national strategies and contributes to shaping China’s global image.However,traditional models of foreign language education-limited by their predominantly instrumental orientation-are increasingly insufficient for this broader mission.In response,the ideological and political“Curriculum Chain”for foreign language majors has been introduced as a top-level structural reform.It establishes an integrated curricular framework that holistically links linguistic competence,disciplinary application,and value orientation.By embedding language learning within authentic professional contexts and nationally strategic frameworks,this model enables the implicit cultivation of students’ideological awareness and value systems,thereby fundamentally redefining the competence structure of foreign language professionals.
基金supported by“Dalian Maritime University Teaching Reform Research Fund 2022 Annual Project”(Fund No.XJG2022-96).
文摘This paper proposes an interdisciplinary talent training model that combines foreign language education with area studies.The model aims to cultivate international ocean affairs professionals with cross-cultural communication skills,in-depth regional and country knowledge,and practical expertise in ocean affairs.Additionally,the paper presents specific training pathways and policy recommendations for implementing this model.
文摘This review interrogates empirical and theoretical research on agentic engagement in foreign language(FL)learning.Through synthesizing peer-reviewed studies from Web of Science and CNKI databases,it maps the theoretical evolution,methodological innovations,key influencing factors and proposed suggestion for further research on student agency.Future research should prioritize,longitudinal studies,culturally comparative designs,validity constructs and ethical evaluations of artificial intelligence’s impact on learner autonomy.This review calls for a holistic approach to FL education,where agentic engagement bridges individual initiative,pedagogical innovation,and sociocultural responsiveness to empower learners in multilingual global contexts.
基金Zhejiang Federation of Humanities and Social Sciences Circles“Investigating the Effect of ChatGPT on L2 Education”(24NDQN206YBM)。
文摘This paper selects the widely used New Practical Chinese Readers,a comprehensive teaching material for Chinese as a foreign language,analyzing its content selection,presentation format,and organizational characteristics.By reviewing the inclusion of Chinese opera cultural elements in this material,the study identifies existing issues and provides recommendations for improvement.Introducing opera culture into Chinese language teaching materials can align with global cultural exchanges,helping more people learn about traditional Chinese culture and enhancing China’s international influence.
文摘With the rapid evolution of information technology and the exponential development of artificial intelligence (AI), higher education has entered the age of digital intelligence. In this context, digital literacy has become an essential competency for educators. Grounded in Yoram Eshet-Alkalai’s five-dimensional framework of digital literacy-photo-visual literacy, reproduction literacy, branching literacy, information literacy, and socio-emotional literacy-this study explores the meaning, features, significance, and application of digital literacy for foreign language teachers in Chinese universities. Moreover, this paper uses several cases to elucidate how these five dimensions manifest in the professional practices of foreign language teachers in Chinese universities. Through clarifying what their digital literacy is, what dimensions it has, and what it can do, this study aims to provide theoretical foundations and practical insights for a comprehensive understanding and effective application of digital literacy for foreign language teachers in Chinese universities.
文摘Based on the definition and classification of modern Chinese cultural words,this paper expounds the necessity of paying attention to the teaching of cultural words in teaching Chinese as a foreign language.Then,the teaching strategies of cultural words are discussed from four aspects:vocabulary teaching,classification teaching,association teaching,and online teaching,in order to provide a reference for the actual teaching of teachers of Chinese as a foreign language.
文摘Foreign language teaching practice is developing rapidly,but research on foreign language teacher learning is currently relatively fragmented and unstructured.The book Foreign Language Teacher Learning,written by Professor Kang Yan from Capital Normal University,published in September 2022,makes a systematic introduction to foreign language teacher learning,which to some extent makes up for this shortcoming.Her book presents the lineage of foreign language teacher learning research at home and abroad,analyzes both theoretical and practical aspects,reviews the cuttingedge research results,and foresees the future development trend,painting a complete research picture for researchers in the field of foreign language teaching and teacher education as well as front-line teachers interested in foreign language teacher learning.This is an important inspiration for conducting foreign language teacher learning research in the future.And this paper makes a review of the book from aspects such as its content,major characteristics,contributions and limitations.
文摘In this presentation,the author explores strategies and activities that create a welcoming and nurturing environment for LGBTQIA+foreign language students at the college level in the United States.Indeed,as it is commonly stated,there is a clear lack of visibility,acceptance/tolerance,and inclusion of LGBTQIA+voices(active and proactive)in foreign language teaching and learning(pedagogical material as well as in-class attitudes and delivery).The reasons for this deficiency are diverse since they cover not only outward discrimination against and/or indifference(passive-aggressive behavior)toward the LGBTQIA+community and its plight,but they also illustrate the sheer,physical inexistence of quality material that can be used to create,present,and foster a welcoming and all-encompassing classroom environment that addresses the diverse spectrum of the LGBTQIA+community while its members try to learn a foreign language and(positively)negotiate how to express their very identity in their new language of choice.Moreover,the scant material that is available in the United States as well as in other Western countries where the LGBTQIA+community by and large is accepted-at least from the legal point of view-hardly represents and covers the subject matter in a satisfactory way.To address this gap,the author will provide some examples in European Portuguese(EP)and Italian(IT),followed by a courtesy translation in English,to illustrate some positive activities and strategies for including LGBTQIA+-related subject matter in the foreign language classroom at the college level.It is his desire that instructors of other foreign languages duplicate in their respective vernaculars the strategies and activities herein presented in order to create a welcoming and safe classroom environment that embraces the LGBTQIA+community as it goes through the enjoyable journey of learning a new language and culture.
基金This paper represents the interim achievement of Shandong Provincial Education Science“14th Five-Year Plan”General Research Project“Research on the Practice and Enhancement Path of Ideological and Political Education in Foreign Language Professional Courses in Universities” (Project Number:2021ZC060).
文摘The paper takes 2076 undergraduate students majoring in foreign languages from 15 Chinese universities as the research subjects to investigate their demand for ideological and political education elements in foreign language courses.The results show that:(1)Students have high needs for ideological and political education elements in foreign language courses;(2)There are differences in students’needs for ideological and political education elements across different dimensions.Students have higher demand for dimensions such as personal qualities,cultural literacy,moral cultivation,and patriotism,while their demand for dimensions related to constitutional law and political identity is relatively low.Therefore,foreign language majors in Chinese universities should optimize the supply of ideological and political education elements in their courses according to students’needs,and improve the effectiveness of moral education in these courses.
文摘Students’evaluation of moral education is of great significance for improving the quality of teaching.Through a survey of 2715 undergraduates majoring in foreign languages,this paper analyzes their evaluation of the moral education.Findings show that students speak highly of teachers’competence in moral education,teaching methods and the integration of moral education in the textbooks,but not in the course assessment and the overall effect of moral education.Suggestions were proposed accordingly to improve moral education of foreign language education in China.
基金2022 Project of Foreign Language Teaching and Research in Xinjiang Colleges and Universities-General Project“Research on the Approaches to Improving Foreign Language Teachers’Teaching Competence in Curriculum-Based Ideological Education in Xinjiang Colleges and Universities in the New Era”(Project number:XJGXWYJG2022B04)。
文摘This study investigated the status quo and further improvement needs of foreign language teachers’teaching competence in curriculum-based ideological education(CIE)in Xinjiang colleges and universities.The results show that the teachers’teaching competence in CIE is generally good,with the“cultivating quality”being the highest and the“scientific research quality”the lowest;there still exist several problems,such as teachers’lack of theoretical knowledge in CIE,lack of teaching resources,and insufficient abilities in teaching design and research.It is hoped that with the support and efforts from university administrations,teachers can improve their teaching competence in CIE through various approaches adopted and multiple measures taken,thus optimizing their teaching effectiveness,promoting the construction of CIE in Xinjiang colleges and universities in the new era,and contributing to Xinjiang’s high-quality development.
