The present investigation aims to explore the existence of differences of beliefs about learning English held by Chinese non-English major university students and their teachers of English in the southwest of China. T...The present investigation aims to explore the existence of differences of beliefs about learning English held by Chinese non-English major university students and their teachers of English in the southwest of China. Two questionnaires were used to collect the data. Chi-square （Z2） tests were used to analyze the quantitative data from both students＇ and teachers＇ questionnaires. The results of the chi-square （Z2） tests revealed that 34 out of 44 （plus 2 additional） items of beliefs varied significantly between teachers and students.展开更多
Currently,there is an increasing trend in the shift from the use of traditional technologies,such as a desktop computer towards the use of mobile technologies,such as a mobile phone.Therefore,students are nowadays wel...Currently,there is an increasing trend in the shift from the use of traditional technologies,such as a desktop computer towards the use of mobile technologies,such as a mobile phone.Therefore,students are nowadays well equipped for mobile learning.The aim of this review is to explore the use of mobile phones and/or smart phones and their apps for learning English as a foreign language,and highlight their benefits and limitations for their use in the learning of English as a foreign language.展开更多
Interest is the most active element in learning English and it is also the effective stimulant to study.This paper analyzes theproblems in learning English and presents some ideas and methods that English teachers hel...Interest is the most active element in learning English and it is also the effective stimulant to study.This paper analyzes theproblems in learning English and presents some ideas and methods that English teachers help students to build up interest in learning English.展开更多
The gaokao is a national college entrance examination.since the 1970s,chinese universities have selected students for admission based on their score in the highly competitive and rigorous test.on december 7,2013,the c...The gaokao is a national college entrance examination.since the 1970s,chinese universities have selected students for admission based on their score in the highly competitive and rigorous test.on december 7,2013,the chinese Ministry of education released a draft reform plan for the gaokao which said that english will not be included on the test in the future.展开更多
There are many factors that may affect language learners in acquiring a foreign or second language; motivation is one that cannot be neglected. This paper aims to find out the motivational variables which college stud...There are many factors that may affect language learners in acquiring a foreign or second language; motivation is one that cannot be neglected. This paper aims to find out the motivational variables which college students may have in learning English as a second language.展开更多
My First Encounter With English I had my first encounter(相遇)with English when I was four.One day in the kindergarten,I was told to give an English show.When I heard the news,I was curious(好奇的)about it,but I knew ...My First Encounter With English I had my first encounter(相遇)with English when I was four.One day in the kindergarten,I was told to give an English show.When I heard the news,I was curious(好奇的)about it,but I knew nothing about English.Then I started to prepare for the show,following my teacher.I neither knew English words nor could pronounce(发音)them.展开更多
This study constructs a theoretical and analytical framework for examining the interplay between the information environment and autonomous English learning by integrating Zimmerman’s self-regulated learning theory w...This study constructs a theoretical and analytical framework for examining the interplay between the information environment and autonomous English learning by integrating Zimmerman’s self-regulated learning theory with the Technology Acceptance Model(TAM).This integrated framework reveals the underlying connections between learners’self-regulatory processes and their acceptance of technological tools.Using vocational college students as the target popula-tion,this study employs both quantitative and qualitative methods to investi-gate the roles of the information environment,autonomous learning behaviors,learning psychology,and cross-cultural communication competence.The results demonstrate that the information environment significantly and positively influences both autonomous learning behaviors and learning psychology.Furthermore,cross-cultural communication competence is found to mediate this relationship.On the basis of these findings,several strategies are proposed:educational institutions should enhance intelligent resource databases and promote the develop-ment of AI-assisted learning systems;educators are encouraged to strengthen their competence in digital instructional design;and learners should be supported in improving their metacognitive strategies and ability to integrate technological tools effectively.展开更多
English is a very important subject at school.I want to learn it well so I work hard.I can remember most new word s.I like pair work best because I like to talk with my classmates in English.I think writing is the mos...English is a very important subject at school.I want to learn it well so I work hard.I can remember most new word s.I like pair work best because I like to talk with my classmates in English.I think writing is the most difficult part in English learning,so I will spend more time on it every day.My writing needs improving.I think reading texts aloud is a very useful way in English learning.展开更多
The new curriculum standard points out that affection is one of the most important goals of fundamental education. The non-target language environment is easier to cause the affective change of middle school students ...The new curriculum standard points out that affection is one of the most important goals of fundamental education. The non-target language environment is easier to cause the affective change of middle school students who are changeable in their affective state. Based on the affective filter hypothesis, this paper deals with the adjustment to affective factors in English learning by using Internet English Curriculum Resource, such as attitude and motivation, anxiety and inhibition, self-esteem and self-confidence. At last, some suggestions are offered to judge Internet English Curriculum Resource.展开更多
This paper centers on the integrated learning of English and law in China.Firstly,it outlines the importance of English in the solution of the ever increasing legal disputes between China and the outside world,which i...This paper centers on the integrated learning of English and law in China.Firstly,it outlines the importance of English in the solution of the ever increasing legal disputes between China and the outside world,which inevitably involves an integrated learning of English and law.Secondly,it points out that the content of legal English reflects a combination of legal knowledge and English skills.Thirdly,it expounds on the difficulties that Chinese English majors are facing in the process of learning English and law simultaneously and furnishes some practical suggestions.展开更多
Many researchers regard motivation as a very important factor for second language learners to acquire the language successfully.Motivated students will perform better than unmotivated students in language learning,the...Many researchers regard motivation as a very important factor for second language learners to acquire the language successfully.Motivated students will perform better than unmotivated students in language learning,therefore,they will develop the potential of second language skills better.This research studied the motivation types of 255 sophomores from Huanghuai University.A questionnaire based on the one designed by Qin Xiaoqing and Wen Qiufang was adopted.The results demonstrate that the motivation possessed by sophomores was not beneficial towards improving their English learning.In order to present a good guide to students’English learning,the author provides several pieces of advice.展开更多
Learner's motivation is very important in learning process and learning result. It can be divided into different varieties. The positive factors which can influence learner's motivation can play a vital role i...Learner's motivation is very important in learning process and learning result. It can be divided into different varieties. The positive factors which can influence learner's motivation can play a vital role in College English teaching. In college English learning and teaching, teachers should adopt suitable teaching strategies and methods to realize these positive factors in order to im-prove college students English learning.展开更多
Children's English learning in China attracts more and more people's attention and is on the tendency of starting at an early age. Under the trend of "learning English from childhood", the author has...Children's English learning in China attracts more and more people's attention and is on the tendency of starting at an early age. Under the trend of "learning English from childhood", the author has explored the Critical Period Hypothesis and discussed the younger learners' disadvantages and older learners' advantages when learning English. and concludes that early-age English learning is not feasible.展开更多
Students' English learning beliefs play a very important role in English learning. It is one of the main factors which influence students' English learning behavior and outcomes. This paper aims to explore the...Students' English learning beliefs play a very important role in English learning. It is one of the main factors which influence students' English learning behavior and outcomes. This paper aims to explore the preconceived beliefs of students hold about their English learning and self-evaluation. Meanwhile, it also offers students' opportunities to reflect their more than 7 years' English learning. This inquiry will try to help students gain more confidence in English learning and make them to change their negative attitudes towards English learning.展开更多
文摘The present investigation aims to explore the existence of differences of beliefs about learning English held by Chinese non-English major university students and their teachers of English in the southwest of China. Two questionnaires were used to collect the data. Chi-square （Z2） tests were used to analyze the quantitative data from both students＇ and teachers＇ questionnaires. The results of the chi-square （Z2） tests revealed that 34 out of 44 （plus 2 additional） items of beliefs varied significantly between teachers and students.
文摘Currently,there is an increasing trend in the shift from the use of traditional technologies,such as a desktop computer towards the use of mobile technologies,such as a mobile phone.Therefore,students are nowadays well equipped for mobile learning.The aim of this review is to explore the use of mobile phones and/or smart phones and their apps for learning English as a foreign language,and highlight their benefits and limitations for their use in the learning of English as a foreign language.
文摘Interest is the most active element in learning English and it is also the effective stimulant to study.This paper analyzes theproblems in learning English and presents some ideas and methods that English teachers help students to build up interest in learning English.
文摘The gaokao is a national college entrance examination.since the 1970s,chinese universities have selected students for admission based on their score in the highly competitive and rigorous test.on december 7,2013,the chinese Ministry of education released a draft reform plan for the gaokao which said that english will not be included on the test in the future.
文摘There are many factors that may affect language learners in acquiring a foreign or second language; motivation is one that cannot be neglected. This paper aims to find out the motivational variables which college students may have in learning English as a second language.
文摘My First Encounter With English I had my first encounter(相遇)with English when I was four.One day in the kindergarten,I was told to give an English show.When I heard the news,I was curious(好奇的)about it,but I knew nothing about English.Then I started to prepare for the show,following my teacher.I neither knew English words nor could pronounce(发音)them.
文摘This study constructs a theoretical and analytical framework for examining the interplay between the information environment and autonomous English learning by integrating Zimmerman’s self-regulated learning theory with the Technology Acceptance Model(TAM).This integrated framework reveals the underlying connections between learners’self-regulatory processes and their acceptance of technological tools.Using vocational college students as the target popula-tion,this study employs both quantitative and qualitative methods to investi-gate the roles of the information environment,autonomous learning behaviors,learning psychology,and cross-cultural communication competence.The results demonstrate that the information environment significantly and positively influences both autonomous learning behaviors and learning psychology.Furthermore,cross-cultural communication competence is found to mediate this relationship.On the basis of these findings,several strategies are proposed:educational institutions should enhance intelligent resource databases and promote the develop-ment of AI-assisted learning systems;educators are encouraged to strengthen their competence in digital instructional design;and learners should be supported in improving their metacognitive strategies and ability to integrate technological tools effectively.
文摘English is a very important subject at school.I want to learn it well so I work hard.I can remember most new word s.I like pair work best because I like to talk with my classmates in English.I think writing is the most difficult part in English learning,so I will spend more time on it every day.My writing needs improving.I think reading texts aloud is a very useful way in English learning.
文摘The new curriculum standard points out that affection is one of the most important goals of fundamental education. The non-target language environment is easier to cause the affective change of middle school students who are changeable in their affective state. Based on the affective filter hypothesis, this paper deals with the adjustment to affective factors in English learning by using Internet English Curriculum Resource, such as attitude and motivation, anxiety and inhibition, self-esteem and self-confidence. At last, some suggestions are offered to judge Internet English Curriculum Resource.
文摘This paper centers on the integrated learning of English and law in China.Firstly,it outlines the importance of English in the solution of the ever increasing legal disputes between China and the outside world,which inevitably involves an integrated learning of English and law.Secondly,it points out that the content of legal English reflects a combination of legal knowledge and English skills.Thirdly,it expounds on the difficulties that Chinese English majors are facing in the process of learning English and law simultaneously and furnishes some practical suggestions.
文摘Many researchers regard motivation as a very important factor for second language learners to acquire the language successfully.Motivated students will perform better than unmotivated students in language learning,therefore,they will develop the potential of second language skills better.This research studied the motivation types of 255 sophomores from Huanghuai University.A questionnaire based on the one designed by Qin Xiaoqing and Wen Qiufang was adopted.The results demonstrate that the motivation possessed by sophomores was not beneficial towards improving their English learning.In order to present a good guide to students’English learning,the author provides several pieces of advice.
文摘Learner's motivation is very important in learning process and learning result. It can be divided into different varieties. The positive factors which can influence learner's motivation can play a vital role in College English teaching. In college English learning and teaching, teachers should adopt suitable teaching strategies and methods to realize these positive factors in order to im-prove college students English learning.
文摘Children's English learning in China attracts more and more people's attention and is on the tendency of starting at an early age. Under the trend of "learning English from childhood", the author has explored the Critical Period Hypothesis and discussed the younger learners' disadvantages and older learners' advantages when learning English. and concludes that early-age English learning is not feasible.
文摘Students' English learning beliefs play a very important role in English learning. It is one of the main factors which influence students' English learning behavior and outcomes. This paper aims to explore the preconceived beliefs of students hold about their English learning and self-evaluation. Meanwhile, it also offers students' opportunities to reflect their more than 7 years' English learning. This inquiry will try to help students gain more confidence in English learning and make them to change their negative attitudes towards English learning.
