A Research on Needs Analysis on English Speaking Instruction in the Stratified Teaching in Chinese Higher Vocational Colleges in the Context of Digital Intelligence
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Background and Aim: The researcher has been working in SVCST for 18 years and has a good grasp of the actual situation in higher vocational colleges. The researcher observed the low scores on the entrance English test and the lack of English-speaking skills, and there is a need to investigate the English-speaking needs. The research objective of this study was to find out the needs of Chinese English students in higher vocational colleges to improve their English-speaking skills.
Materials and Methods: Questionnaires were used to survey 498 students from the Textile and Clothing Department of Shandong Vocational College and the results of the questionnaire were analyzed using SPSS.
Results: The analysis showed that students struggle with vocabulary, speaking anxiety, and lack of practice. They preferred personalized and interactive learning, leading to the development of a tailored teaching model to support different proficiency levels.
Conclusion: The study provided insights into the specific needs of Chinese EFL students. The new teaching model effectively addresses these needs, improving students' speaking skills and engagement.
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