TEFL in Thailand is still not successful compared with other countries in Asia.On the basis of literature and study of the relevant official documents,the present paper makes an analysis on the reasons for the failure...TEFL in Thailand is still not successful compared with other countries in Asia.On the basis of literature and study of the relevant official documents,the present paper makes an analysis on the reasons for the failure of TEFL in Thailand.It is revealed that the main reason for the failure of TEFL in Thailand is lack of qualified teachers.Some solutions to the failure of TEFL are also proposed in the paper.展开更多
The close relationship between language and culture determines the unseparability of language teaching from the corresponding culture.The depressing state of English teaching in China,to a large extent,is due to the s...The close relationship between language and culture determines the unseparability of language teaching from the corresponding culture.The depressing state of English teaching in China,to a large extent,is due to the separation of our teaching from English culture.Just on the basis of this,the paper first touches on the relationship between language and culture,then mentions the importance of culture teaching in TEFL(Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and in the end expounds how to carry out culture teaching in TEFL.展开更多
Principles of Course Design for Language Teaching by Janice Yalden is a linguistics book for the ESL/EFL teachers and researchers. By briefing and analyzing the contents , some guidelines and methods are found practic...Principles of Course Design for Language Teaching by Janice Yalden is a linguistics book for the ESL/EFL teachers and researchers. By briefing and analyzing the contents , some guidelines and methods are found practical and enlightening for the teachers in higher vocational college to develop EFL courses.展开更多
Language is a mirror of a particular society. In the field of foreign language teaching, researchers and scholars focus on the importance of cultural awareness of target language. Still English learners have some diff...Language is a mirror of a particular society. In the field of foreign language teaching, researchers and scholars focus on the importance of cultural awareness of target language. Still English learners have some difficulties that they feel hard to overcome even if they have a good command of the target language and its culture. This paper attempts to give a new direction to English teaching in China through a discussion of integrating Chinese culture in TEFL.展开更多
In this paper, 3 different foreign/second language-learning classrooms will be presented. There will be a comparison between those classes and TEFL classes in China, including background of different education systems...In this paper, 3 different foreign/second language-learning classrooms will be presented. There will be a comparison between those classes and TEFL classes in China, including background of different education systems and different teaching methodologies and approaches. In the end, some suggestions will be given to Chinese TEFL classes. The aim is mainly to show the differences between language teaching and learning in the UK and in China, and also to give people a chance to think deeply over the current TEFL teaching and learning in China.展开更多
Political correctness （PC） is both a cultural existence and a language phenomenon. It is used to describe language policies intending to avoid offense or disadvmatages to specific groups in society reflecting the la...Political correctness （PC） is both a cultural existence and a language phenomenon. It is used to describe language policies intending to avoid offense or disadvmatages to specific groups in society reflecting the language norms of the Americans as well as withdrawing from language discrimination. This paper traces briefly the history of political correctness in American English, make analysis of the connotations of politically correct terms in American English, and illustrates the influence PC has on American English. Finally, some implications in political correctness in TEFL （Teaching English as a Foreign Language） were drawn with the intention to enhance learners＇ competency in language as well as intercultural communication.展开更多
Teaching English as a Foreign Language,TEFL,is the type of English learning and teaching which has the largest learner population worldwide,especially in nations such as China.Although this term TEFL is now less frequ...Teaching English as a Foreign Language,TEFL,is the type of English learning and teaching which has the largest learner population worldwide,especially in nations such as China.Although this term TEFL is now less frequently used than TESL or TESOL,the problems experienced by large numbers of EFL learners remain.Theories related to SLA,CLT and TBI have proved ineffective in providing solutions for Non-NESTs in countries like China that have a poor English environment.展开更多
In recent years, the choice of the classroom language has been developed. It has been proposed that English as a TL should be used exclusively in order to facilitate the learners＇ progress in English language acquisi...In recent years, the choice of the classroom language has been developed. It has been proposed that English as a TL should be used exclusively in order to facilitate the learners＇ progress in English language acquisition. However it is unrealistic and undesirable to expect a generalist elementary school teacher to teach exclusively in English considering some settings which are shown in this paper. The paper concludes that both English and mother tongue can be used as CL.展开更多
More than ever before does China demand English, especially oral English competence, so urgently. In accordance with the situation, the goal of language teaching is shifting from linguistic competence to communicative...More than ever before does China demand English, especially oral English competence, so urgently. In accordance with the situation, the goal of language teaching is shifting from linguistic competence to communicative competence. To accomplish this goal, we have made some investigations into students＇ current oral proficiency and their English language needs, as well as a detailed analysis of the factors constraining the development of oral proficiency. And in the light of the principles of communicative language teaching, practical ways of reform are proposed in this thesis. Among the factors teaching methodology is highlighted, which is crucial in the enhancement of learners＇ oral competence in EFL situation.展开更多
TESL and TEFL vary in many aspects, including learning motivation, language environment, input and output of target language and target language teachers. It is significant for college English teachers to learn these ...TESL and TEFL vary in many aspects, including learning motivation, language environment, input and output of target language and target language teachers. It is significant for college English teachers to learn these differences in setting teaching objectives, finding effective ways of teaching, adapting proper teaching methods and reaching a preferable teaching result.展开更多
TEFL Training Briefing The Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL) training is organized by the Information Research Center, State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs (SAFEA). The certificate of TEFL in Chin...TEFL Training Briefing The Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL) training is organized by the Information Research Center, State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs (SAFEA). The certificate of TEFL in China, which we issued,展开更多
2011年1月15日,飞行3个小时,纵贯2372公里,国家外国专家局信息中心TEFL in China培训团队终于抵达中国改革开放的前沿阵地——深圳,开展为期7天的外籍语言教师（英语类）职业培训项目。继北京、大连、南京后,深圳成为TEFL in China培训...2011年1月15日,飞行3个小时,纵贯2372公里,国家外国专家局信息中心TEFL in China培训团队终于抵达中国改革开放的前沿阵地——深圳,开展为期7天的外籍语言教师（英语类）职业培训项目。继北京、大连、南京后,深圳成为TEFL in China培训的第四站。展开更多
文摘TEFL in Thailand is still not successful compared with other countries in Asia.On the basis of literature and study of the relevant official documents,the present paper makes an analysis on the reasons for the failure of TEFL in Thailand.It is revealed that the main reason for the failure of TEFL in Thailand is lack of qualified teachers.Some solutions to the failure of TEFL are also proposed in the paper.
文摘The close relationship between language and culture determines the unseparability of language teaching from the corresponding culture.The depressing state of English teaching in China,to a large extent,is due to the separation of our teaching from English culture.Just on the basis of this,the paper first touches on the relationship between language and culture,then mentions the importance of culture teaching in TEFL(Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and in the end expounds how to carry out culture teaching in TEFL.
文摘Principles of Course Design for Language Teaching by Janice Yalden is a linguistics book for the ESL/EFL teachers and researchers. By briefing and analyzing the contents , some guidelines and methods are found practical and enlightening for the teachers in higher vocational college to develop EFL courses.
文摘Language is a mirror of a particular society. In the field of foreign language teaching, researchers and scholars focus on the importance of cultural awareness of target language. Still English learners have some difficulties that they feel hard to overcome even if they have a good command of the target language and its culture. This paper attempts to give a new direction to English teaching in China through a discussion of integrating Chinese culture in TEFL.
文摘In this paper, 3 different foreign/second language-learning classrooms will be presented. There will be a comparison between those classes and TEFL classes in China, including background of different education systems and different teaching methodologies and approaches. In the end, some suggestions will be given to Chinese TEFL classes. The aim is mainly to show the differences between language teaching and learning in the UK and in China, and also to give people a chance to think deeply over the current TEFL teaching and learning in China.
文摘Political correctness （PC） is both a cultural existence and a language phenomenon. It is used to describe language policies intending to avoid offense or disadvmatages to specific groups in society reflecting the language norms of the Americans as well as withdrawing from language discrimination. This paper traces briefly the history of political correctness in American English, make analysis of the connotations of politically correct terms in American English, and illustrates the influence PC has on American English. Finally, some implications in political correctness in TEFL （Teaching English as a Foreign Language） were drawn with the intention to enhance learners＇ competency in language as well as intercultural communication.
文摘Teaching English as a Foreign Language,TEFL,is the type of English learning and teaching which has the largest learner population worldwide,especially in nations such as China.Although this term TEFL is now less frequently used than TESL or TESOL,the problems experienced by large numbers of EFL learners remain.Theories related to SLA,CLT and TBI have proved ineffective in providing solutions for Non-NESTs in countries like China that have a poor English environment.
文摘In recent years, the choice of the classroom language has been developed. It has been proposed that English as a TL should be used exclusively in order to facilitate the learners＇ progress in English language acquisition. However it is unrealistic and undesirable to expect a generalist elementary school teacher to teach exclusively in English considering some settings which are shown in this paper. The paper concludes that both English and mother tongue can be used as CL.
文摘More than ever before does China demand English, especially oral English competence, so urgently. In accordance with the situation, the goal of language teaching is shifting from linguistic competence to communicative competence. To accomplish this goal, we have made some investigations into students＇ current oral proficiency and their English language needs, as well as a detailed analysis of the factors constraining the development of oral proficiency. And in the light of the principles of communicative language teaching, practical ways of reform are proposed in this thesis. Among the factors teaching methodology is highlighted, which is crucial in the enhancement of learners＇ oral competence in EFL situation.
文摘TESL and TEFL vary in many aspects, including learning motivation, language environment, input and output of target language and target language teachers. It is significant for college English teachers to learn these differences in setting teaching objectives, finding effective ways of teaching, adapting proper teaching methods and reaching a preferable teaching result.
文摘TEFL Training Briefing The Teaching English as Foreign Language (TEFL) training is organized by the Information Research Center, State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs (SAFEA). The certificate of TEFL in China, which we issued,
