With the growing demand in EAP(English for Academic Purposes) course in international universities,the curriculum designof it deserves worldwide attention.This paper is to analyze why NA(needs analysis) is a determini...With the growing demand in EAP(English for Academic Purposes) course in international universities,the curriculum designof it deserves worldwide attention.This paper is to analyze why NA(needs analysis) is a determining factor in the curriculum design ofan EAP course and critically evaluate the NA of an EAP course in an international university.展开更多
New theories,methodologies,and technologies have been continuously invented and widely applied in modern software development,along with many new tools and best practices that are of remarkable significance in the sof...New theories,methodologies,and technologies have been continuously invented and widely applied in modern software development,along with many new tools and best practices that are of remarkable significance in the software industry.In Software Engineering(SE)programs of universities,it is quite difficult for their curricula to chase after the fast-evolving technology trend.As a consequence,there have been significant challenges in designing an evolvable SE curriculum.In this paper,we present a knowledge graph based curriculum design method for SE programs.Knowledge Points(KPs)are organized into a multi-layer and multi-dimensionally annotated knowledge graph called SEKG,and five principles are applied to partition the SEKG into a set of inter-related courses.Metrics for evaluating the quality of an SE curriculum are briefly discussed.This method can not only help design a systematic curriculum from existing software engineering KPs but also facilitate curriculum evolution to adapt to technology trends.展开更多
Curriculum is an important concept in the field of education.Curriculum and teaching design directly affect the effect of teaching.Nowadays,the rapid development of information technology constantly promotes the innov...Curriculum is an important concept in the field of education.Curriculum and teaching design directly affect the effect of teaching.Nowadays,the rapid development of information technology constantly promotes the innovation of educational reform.In order to adapt to the trend of innovation and entrepreneurship education in colleges and universities,the reform of college English curriculum should be based on the modern curriculum concept,through the integration of modern information technology,and achieve innovation in curriculum design and teaching methods.Based on the course construction concept of“English+Innovation and Entrepreneurship”,this paper takes the online course“College English for Entrepreneurs”as an example to explore the teaching design ideas of college English majors.This course shows the characteristics of integrating innovation and entrepreneurship education into professional education.展开更多
In order to investigate the curriculum design for postgraduate English in Agriculture and Forestry Colleges, this papermakes great attempts to probe into the target needs and learning needs of English in SDAU. Both qu...In order to investigate the curriculum design for postgraduate English in Agriculture and Forestry Colleges, this papermakes great attempts to probe into the target needs and learning needs of English in SDAU. Both quantitative and qualitative re-search methods were employed in the survey. The final conclusion of this study is that the current English curriculum design forpostgraduate in SDAU can not satisfy the needs of students and workplace completely. On the basis of such major findings and re-sults, this paper makes attempts to develop an English curriculum design and implementing model for postgraduate English teach-ing in SDAU, hoping to offer implications on curriculum design of postgraduate English in Agriculture and Forestry Colleges and of-fer suggestions on personalized teaching reform of postgraduate English.展开更多
Thanks to the vibrant cultural,political and economic exchanges within global village,there is a huge demand to cultivate qual-ified translators and interpreters who are up to the task of bridging cultural and linguis...Thanks to the vibrant cultural,political and economic exchanges within global village,there is a huge demand to cultivate qual-ified translators and interpreters who are up to the task of bridging cultural and linguistic gaps.Based on her own hands-on experienceof studying translating and interpreting in the UK,the author aims to design a translating and interpreting curriculum based on the needsof Chinese MTI students.This paper will elaborate on the underpinning educational philosophy of this MTI course,the intended goals ofteaching and as well as a detailed design of a two-year course curriculum.展开更多
The article is composed of two parts:the implication of curriculum design,and its application in English classroom.For the first part,it starts from the definition of curriculum and elements of curriculum,followed by ...The article is composed of two parts:the implication of curriculum design,and its application in English classroom.For the first part,it starts from the definition of curriculum and elements of curriculum,followed by the introduction of curriculum design and its two models(prescriptive models and descriptive models).For the second part,it describes the communicative approach,which is one of the application of communicative curriculum design in English classroom.展开更多
With the Globalization and the fast growth of Chinese economy,the society's demand for talents of Business English(BE) is also increased dramatically. Thus,the discipline construction of foreign language and its t...With the Globalization and the fast growth of Chinese economy,the society's demand for talents of Business English(BE) is also increased dramatically. Thus,the discipline construction of foreign language and its talents must meet the development of the new times. In recent years,Business English is gradually set up in many universities and colleges. As an important part for ESP teaching development,ESP provides the basic theoretical framework for the curriculum design of Business English. And it is indispensible in the whole teaching process. This thesis is based on the basic ideas of BE and the theory of Needs Analysis,puts forward some principles that the curriculum design of BE should follow and shed some light to the sustainable development of Business English.展开更多
To conduct this study, the literatures, questionnaires, interviews and other methods were used, the analysis of the present situation and health status of the students’ physical education in universities “special gr...To conduct this study, the literatures, questionnaires, interviews and other methods were used, the analysis of the present situation and health status of the students’ physical education in universities “special group”, and the nature of the course and teaching modes of thinking were also done in order to provide references to improve sports education in colleges and universities.展开更多
Business English(BE)in China is developing in an amazing speed, yet no consensus on curriculum design is reached.This paper reviews the history of Business English development both in and out of China, and gives four ...Business English(BE)in China is developing in an amazing speed, yet no consensus on curriculum design is reached.This paper reviews the history of Business English development both in and out of China, and gives four major considerations of the curriculum design of Business English for BAlevel.展开更多
As demands for business English(which has been categorized into ESP course)has increased in China in recent years,needs analysis are highly emphasized in the curriculum design.This article aims at illustrating how NA ...As demands for business English(which has been categorized into ESP course)has increased in China in recent years,needs analysis are highly emphasized in the curriculum design.This article aims at illustrating how NA becomes the most important element in the course scenario with an example of curriculum design.展开更多
On the basis of a detailed introduction to the concept of language learners’needs, this paper illustrates the importance of needs analysis, both pre course analysis and ongoing analysis, in curriculum designing. By d...On the basis of a detailed introduction to the concept of language learners’needs, this paper illustrates the importance of needs analysis, both pre course analysis and ongoing analysis, in curriculum designing. By doing so, teachers can not only collect factual information for the purpose of setting broad goals related to language content; but also gather information about learners which can be used to guide the learning process once it’s under way. Learners, on the other hand, can be aware of their own learning under the direction of the specified objectives.展开更多
The paper describes language needs of English majors of tertiary education in NUDT through questionnaire with the aim to identify the needs of the target group of learners and introduce needs-based course design.Based...The paper describes language needs of English majors of tertiary education in NUDT through questionnaire with the aim to identify the needs of the target group of learners and introduce needs-based course design.Based on the statistical analysis and the results,the findings revealed that learners' needs are of great significance in the whole process of teaching and learning,providing suggestions and references for teachers in future teaching using needs-based curriculum design.展开更多
Purpose:This research is an interview-based study that captures the academics’perspectives toward the planning and design of an interdisciplinary General Education Curriculum for undergraduate students in the Chinese...Purpose:This research is an interview-based study that captures the academics’perspectives toward the planning and design of an interdisciplinary General Education Curriculum for undergraduate students in the Chinese context,using the Common Core Curriculum at the University of Hong Kong as a case study.Design/Approach/Methods:A total of 28 academics with various levels of academic ranking,disciplinary context,proven teaching excellence,and research productivities were individually invited for and consented to a semi-structured and face-to-face interview.Findings:This article suggests four fundamental and interrelated dimensions for consideration when structuring an interdisciplinary General Education Curriculum,namely,how to design,what is worth learning,how to learn and teach,and how to know students have learned.It is suggested that the ideal curriculum should remain coherent and coordinated,broad and balanced,as well as open and flexible,ensuring the capture of knowledge,skills,and attitudes,with the facilitation of active,authentic,and contextualized pedagogies and assessments.Originality/Value:This article has the potential of providing insight for policymakers and educators around the world to better structure an interdisciplinary General Education Curriculum by creating an overall springboard for future discussion.They can also integrate these evidence-based elements and strategies into their everyday practices.展开更多
For a long time,the education work in China has been deeply affected by the target model.With the development of the times and the continuous reform of education,the impact of process model on education has become inc...For a long time,the education work in China has been deeply affected by the target model.With the development of the times and the continuous reform of education,the impact of process model on education has become increasingly prominent.It does not only give full play to the internal value of the curriculum content,but also cultivate students5 personality and subjectivity.Taking the middle school physical education curriculum design as an example,this paper explores the practical application of process model for reference.展开更多
The English curriculum in vocational colleges must stress the practical and professional characteristics.This concept should be conducted throughout the entire teaching process,but not just some of the teaching stages...The English curriculum in vocational colleges must stress the practical and professional characteristics.This concept should be conducted throughout the entire teaching process,but not just some of the teaching stages.By analysis of the curriculum goals and context of vocational colleges,based on theories of ESP,needs analysis,and experimental research,this article intends to prove the rationality and necessity of the curriculum pattern for non-English majors of vocational colleges by merging ESP into EGP which emphasizing communication as the basic and job orientation as the guidance.展开更多
Taking the application of virtual simulation technology of industrial robot in teaching as the research object,a detailed research is conducted on the importance of course,principles of curriculum development,curricul...Taking the application of virtual simulation technology of industrial robot in teaching as the research object,a detailed research is conducted on the importance of course,principles of curriculum development,curriculum objectives,teaching content,teaching methods,teaching process and assessment methods in several aspects. And the actual teaching for a semester according to this research,through the virtual simulation teaching,improved teaching efficiency, improved the industrial robot application level and ability of the students,reduced the equipment failure rate,and laid a solid foundation for the subsequent course.展开更多
文摘With the growing demand in EAP(English for Academic Purposes) course in international universities,the curriculum designof it deserves worldwide attention.This paper is to analyze why NA(needs analysis) is a determining factor in the curriculum design ofan EAP course and critically evaluate the NA of an EAP course in an international university.
文摘New theories,methodologies,and technologies have been continuously invented and widely applied in modern software development,along with many new tools and best practices that are of remarkable significance in the software industry.In Software Engineering(SE)programs of universities,it is quite difficult for their curricula to chase after the fast-evolving technology trend.As a consequence,there have been significant challenges in designing an evolvable SE curriculum.In this paper,we present a knowledge graph based curriculum design method for SE programs.Knowledge Points(KPs)are organized into a multi-layer and multi-dimensionally annotated knowledge graph called SEKG,and five principles are applied to partition the SEKG into a set of inter-related courses.Metrics for evaluating the quality of an SE curriculum are briefly discussed.This method can not only help design a systematic curriculum from existing software engineering KPs but also facilitate curriculum evolution to adapt to technology trends.
基金this paper is funded by Project:The Research Basic Ability Enhancement Project for Young and Middle-aged Teachers in the Universities in Guangxi in 2021(No.2021KY0023).
文摘Curriculum is an important concept in the field of education.Curriculum and teaching design directly affect the effect of teaching.Nowadays,the rapid development of information technology constantly promotes the innovation of educational reform.In order to adapt to the trend of innovation and entrepreneurship education in colleges and universities,the reform of college English curriculum should be based on the modern curriculum concept,through the integration of modern information technology,and achieve innovation in curriculum design and teaching methods.Based on the course construction concept of“English+Innovation and Entrepreneurship”,this paper takes the online course“College English for Entrepreneurs”as an example to explore the teaching design ideas of college English majors.This course shows the characteristics of integrating innovation and entrepreneurship education into professional education.
文摘In order to investigate the curriculum design for postgraduate English in Agriculture and Forestry Colleges, this papermakes great attempts to probe into the target needs and learning needs of English in SDAU. Both quantitative and qualitative re-search methods were employed in the survey. The final conclusion of this study is that the current English curriculum design forpostgraduate in SDAU can not satisfy the needs of students and workplace completely. On the basis of such major findings and re-sults, this paper makes attempts to develop an English curriculum design and implementing model for postgraduate English teach-ing in SDAU, hoping to offer implications on curriculum design of postgraduate English in Agriculture and Forestry Colleges and of-fer suggestions on personalized teaching reform of postgraduate English.
文摘Thanks to the vibrant cultural,political and economic exchanges within global village,there is a huge demand to cultivate qual-ified translators and interpreters who are up to the task of bridging cultural and linguistic gaps.Based on her own hands-on experienceof studying translating and interpreting in the UK,the author aims to design a translating and interpreting curriculum based on the needsof Chinese MTI students.This paper will elaborate on the underpinning educational philosophy of this MTI course,the intended goals ofteaching and as well as a detailed design of a two-year course curriculum.
文摘The article is composed of two parts:the implication of curriculum design,and its application in English classroom.For the first part,it starts from the definition of curriculum and elements of curriculum,followed by the introduction of curriculum design and its two models(prescriptive models and descriptive models).For the second part,it describes the communicative approach,which is one of the application of communicative curriculum design in English classroom.
文摘With the Globalization and the fast growth of Chinese economy,the society's demand for talents of Business English(BE) is also increased dramatically. Thus,the discipline construction of foreign language and its talents must meet the development of the new times. In recent years,Business English is gradually set up in many universities and colleges. As an important part for ESP teaching development,ESP provides the basic theoretical framework for the curriculum design of Business English. And it is indispensible in the whole teaching process. This thesis is based on the basic ideas of BE and the theory of Needs Analysis,puts forward some principles that the curriculum design of BE should follow and shed some light to the sustainable development of Business English.
文摘To conduct this study, the literatures, questionnaires, interviews and other methods were used, the analysis of the present situation and health status of the students’ physical education in universities “special group”, and the nature of the course and teaching modes of thinking were also done in order to provide references to improve sports education in colleges and universities.
文摘Business English(BE)in China is developing in an amazing speed, yet no consensus on curriculum design is reached.This paper reviews the history of Business English development both in and out of China, and gives four major considerations of the curriculum design of Business English for BAlevel.
文摘As demands for business English(which has been categorized into ESP course)has increased in China in recent years,needs analysis are highly emphasized in the curriculum design.This article aims at illustrating how NA becomes the most important element in the course scenario with an example of curriculum design.
文摘On the basis of a detailed introduction to the concept of language learners’needs, this paper illustrates the importance of needs analysis, both pre course analysis and ongoing analysis, in curriculum designing. By doing so, teachers can not only collect factual information for the purpose of setting broad goals related to language content; but also gather information about learners which can be used to guide the learning process once it’s under way. Learners, on the other hand, can be aware of their own learning under the direction of the specified objectives.
文摘The paper describes language needs of English majors of tertiary education in NUDT through questionnaire with the aim to identify the needs of the target group of learners and introduce needs-based course design.Based on the statistical analysis and the results,the findings revealed that learners' needs are of great significance in the whole process of teaching and learning,providing suggestions and references for teachers in future teaching using needs-based curriculum design.
文摘Purpose:This research is an interview-based study that captures the academics’perspectives toward the planning and design of an interdisciplinary General Education Curriculum for undergraduate students in the Chinese context,using the Common Core Curriculum at the University of Hong Kong as a case study.Design/Approach/Methods:A total of 28 academics with various levels of academic ranking,disciplinary context,proven teaching excellence,and research productivities were individually invited for and consented to a semi-structured and face-to-face interview.Findings:This article suggests four fundamental and interrelated dimensions for consideration when structuring an interdisciplinary General Education Curriculum,namely,how to design,what is worth learning,how to learn and teach,and how to know students have learned.It is suggested that the ideal curriculum should remain coherent and coordinated,broad and balanced,as well as open and flexible,ensuring the capture of knowledge,skills,and attitudes,with the facilitation of active,authentic,and contextualized pedagogies and assessments.Originality/Value:This article has the potential of providing insight for policymakers and educators around the world to better structure an interdisciplinary General Education Curriculum by creating an overall springboard for future discussion.They can also integrate these evidence-based elements and strategies into their everyday practices.
文摘For a long time,the education work in China has been deeply affected by the target model.With the development of the times and the continuous reform of education,the impact of process model on education has become increasingly prominent.It does not only give full play to the internal value of the curriculum content,but also cultivate students5 personality and subjectivity.Taking the middle school physical education curriculum design as an example,this paper explores the practical application of process model for reference.
文摘The English curriculum in vocational colleges must stress the practical and professional characteristics.This concept should be conducted throughout the entire teaching process,but not just some of the teaching stages.By analysis of the curriculum goals and context of vocational colleges,based on theories of ESP,needs analysis,and experimental research,this article intends to prove the rationality and necessity of the curriculum pattern for non-English majors of vocational colleges by merging ESP into EGP which emphasizing communication as the basic and job orientation as the guidance.
基金supported by Teaching Research Subjec of LiaoNing Mechatronics College(JYLX2017014)Educational science "13th Five-Year" planning subject of Liaoning province(JG18EB090)
文摘Taking the application of virtual simulation technology of industrial robot in teaching as the research object,a detailed research is conducted on the importance of course,principles of curriculum development,curriculum objectives,teaching content,teaching methods,teaching process and assessment methods in several aspects. And the actual teaching for a semester according to this research,through the virtual simulation teaching,improved teaching efficiency, improved the industrial robot application level and ability of the students,reduced the equipment failure rate,and laid a solid foundation for the subsequent course.
