A Case Study on the Effectiveness of Pre-Class Activities in Higher Vocational English Classes: Taking Pingliang Vocational and Technical College as an Example

Based on Bloom’s“effective teaching theory,”this paper proposes pre-class activities to improve students’enthusiasm and autonomy in English learning.These include sentence construction,situational dubbing,famous quotes,English songs,English games,Chinese stories,regional cultures,and theme debates,which combine life,interest,and inspiration as the main characteristics.The activities can enhance the sense of participation and achievement of all students to achieve the purpose of effective teaching.

The Application of Reinforcement Theory in the Review Stage of English Teaching and Learning in Chinese Higher Vocational and Technical Colleges

Reinforcement theory is a behavioral psychology theory proposed by Skinner,which has been widely applied in various fields such as management and education.Positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement are the two types of reinforcement.By adopting these two different reinforcement methods appropriately,human behavior can develop in a positive direction.In the review stage of English teaching and learning in Chinese higher vocational and technical colleges,the use of different reinforcement methods based on various classes,individuals,conditions,and environments can effectively promote or change the behavior of teachers and students,thereby improving the effectiveness of the review.

Reform of the Teaching Model of Korean Intensive Reading Courses in Vocational High Schools in the Era of All-Media

The use of multimedia technology in the teaching process is the current mainstream trend in teaching development.The arrival of the all-media era is not only a huge challenge to the traditional teaching model,but also a huge opportunity for the reform of the teaching model.Combining traditional education models with modern scientific and technological means,and learning from each other’s strengths can stimulate students’subjective initiative in learning.On the other hand,it is also an important way for teachers to improve their teaching abilities.This article analyzes the opportunities brought by the all-media era to the reform of education models based on the teaching status and teaching difficulties of Korean intensive reading courses in vocational high schools,and proposes a teaching model reform strategy for Korean intensive reading courses in vocational high schools in the all-media era.

Research Proposal: A Study of the Effect of Mobile Dictionary Use on English Learning: Focusing on the Students in Vocational School in Rural Area

Mobile devices are effective tools for language learning and have positive effect on the development of language skills,heighten learners’ language learning attitudes and motivation, and support learner interaction, collaboration, and the coconstruction of knowledge. In spite of the popularity of mobile dictionaries among students, research on the effect of this app on students’language learning, especially focusing on the students from vocational school in rural area, is still scarce. So the purpose ofthe current study is probing into the effect of using mobile dictionaries on lower-intermediate students’ language learning, focusingon the students from vocational school in rural areas, in contrast to using printed dictionaries. This proposal is arranged as follows:section one presents the research background; section two reviews literatures; section three provides research problems and research design; section four presents data analysis and anticipated results. This proposal ends with conclusions. In term of researchaims, a mixed method of quantitative and qualitative will be applied with the main aim of probing the effect of using mobile dictionaries on students’ English learning and the opinions of students’on using the mobile dictionaries in English learning. Researchmethods in the form of quasi-experimental pre-and post-tests, questionnaires, interview will be undertaken to collect data.

A Discussion on How to Increase EFL Learning Motivation of Vocational School Students in China

This paper discusses how to increase EFL learning motivation of vocational school students in China.To begin with,the author gives a brief introduction to the problem concerned,followed by the literature review focusing on intrinsic motivation,extrinsic motivation and achievement motivation.Then,five solutions on how to increase students’ learning motivation is elaborated in detail.Finally,the author gets the conclusion that it is up to the cooperation between students and their teachers to achieve the goal of enhancing students’ learning motivation.

Relationship between Contraceptive Knowledge,Cognition and Behaviors among Vocational High School Students

Objective To study the relationship between contraceptive knowledge, cognition and behaviors among vocational high school students. Methods A cross-sectional survey was anonymously self-administrated by way of computer to all the 1st graders＇ among three vocational high schools in a district of Shanghai. Four cognition indicators, including perceived benefits, perceived barriers, perceived risks and self eJficacy were applied according to Health Belief Model. Results The percentage of respondents who reported ever sexual practices and contraceptives use at first sex was 7.01% and 56.64% respectively. Condom （58. 70%） and oral contraceptive pills （27.78%） were used by the majority. Main reasons for non-use were ＂shy to buy it＂ （26.53%） and ＂partner don＇t want to use any＂ （18.37%）. Proportion of respondents who ever had sex regarded withdrawal and rhythm as effective were 68.35% and 68.42% respectively. Proportion of respondents having sex knew ＂If a person was infected with STDs, he/she might not have noticeable symptoms＂ were 22.86%. Proportion of respondents who reported non-use of contraceptives at first sex considered that ＂infrequent intercourse could not cause a girl pregnant even she had experienced her menstruation＂ were 40.63%. Proportion of respondents who had ever used condom got full score of knowledge on ＂how to correctly use condom＂ were 23,26%. Perceived risks were poorest among four cognition indicators. High level of contraceptive knowledge was connected with high rate of contraceptives use at first sex, whereas high level contraceptive cognition was connected with high rate of contraceptive use both at first and recent sex. Conclusions It is important to provide youth-friendly services as well as message on contraceptives among vocational school students.

On the Effects of Applying Task-based Approach to Business Oral English Teaching in Higher Vocational College

A teaching experiment was conducted to investigate the feasibility and effectiveness of applying of Task-based approach(TBA) to business oral English teaching in higher vocational college.Instruments are tests and questionnaire for the experimental participants.Based on the data analysis,it can be concluded that TBA proves to be more effective especially compared with PPP approach.

Research on the Spillover Effects of Digital Transformation on the Sustainable Growth of Green Schools

The development of society and the advancement of science and technology have led to the widespread integration of digital transformation in the field of education.However,the current establishment of green schools faces various challenges,including non-environmental building facilities,high renovation costs,low organizational management efficiency,high energy consumption,outdated office tools,and insufficient environmental awareness among teachers and students.Through thorough research and analysis,it becomes evident that digital technology can play a pivotal role in addressing these challenges and contribute to all aspects of green school establishment.The incorporation of digital thinking concepts is essential for the construction of ecologically civilized campuses and inclusive innovation.The process of digital design and transformation proves instrumental in optimizing both software and hardware facilities within the campus,thereby reducing energy consumption.Simultaneously,comprehensive digital teaching management enhances overall efficiency in management and service delivery.Innovative digital teaching and learning models emerge as transformative tools,providing new avenues to create low-carbon,green classrooms for both teachers and students.By exploring the application of digital transformation in establishing green schools and examining the resulting spillover effects,valuable insights can be gained.These insights,in turn,serve as reference points for building diversified digital technology paths on campus and fostering the creation of green schools.

On the Factors Affecting Effective English Teaching in Vocational Colleges——A Case Study of GUET Vocational College

Based on the previous researches,this thesis explores the present situation of effective English teaching in GUET Vocational College,by taking students from grade 2015 as study objects,and focusing on factors of students,English teachers,textbooks,and evaluation system,then points out the existing problems and analyzes the reasons based on the results of the questionnaires,and finally puts forward some practical solutions,trying to offer some suggestions for effective English teaching in the college.

The Connotation Construction of Agriculture-related Majors in the Vocational Schools

Taking the case of vocational schools in Xuzhou City,we analyze the challenges and opportunities faced by the connotation construction of agriculture-related majors in vocational schools. And we discuss the focus of connotation construction of agriculture-related majors,by establishing one theme,building two aspects,deepening three reforms and highlighting four tasks,aiming to make the connotation construction of agriculture-related majors get somewhere,and provide strong support for agricultural science and technology innovation. Finally we put forth measures for the connotation construction of agriculture-related majors.

Should and Can Flipped Classroom Be Introduced to Secondary Vocational Schools in China?

The flipped learning model, which “flips” traditional in-class lectures with cooperative activities, has obtained lots of followers and backers in education. Usually teachers have a negative attitude toward flipped model. Teachers have their stance, and flipped model is still in the exploration stage in vocational education context at present. Studies and design models for flipped learning in secondary vocational education are insufficient. However, flipped classroom is an educational tool which may benefit students. This paper attempts to provide a foundation for further research and implementation for flipped learning in secondary vocational education. It was found that there is no quick answer to the question whether the flipped classroom should and can be introduced to secondary vocational schools or not, but teachers should implement flipped classroom positively.

Educational Reform in Management Courses of Agricultural & Forestry Higher Vocational Schools from the Perspective of Microblog

At present there are many socialized microblog platforms.With powerful mobility,real-time information,fragment of information dissemination,and innovation of interaction,the microblog has become a socialized interaction mode in recent years.Since microblog is very popular with students of agricultural and forestry higher vocational schools,with the rising and development of network education,the microblog as a new information platform will be used by more and more teachers in education.From the perspective of microblog,this paper studied educational reform in management courses of agricultural and forestry higher vocational schools,in the hope of providing certain reference and help for current education practice of agricultural and forestry management courses.

Appeal of 3 ＋ 4 Program： Good Students are Few but Growing at Secondary Vocational Schools in Shanghai

Secondary vocational education in Shanghai continues to experiment in an attempt to find ways to solve the decline of student enrollment and adjust to rapidly changing social and economic environments. The 3 ＋ 4 Pilot Program （three-year secondary vocational education and four-year undergraduate education） has been under experiment since 2014. It has attracted more and more academically good junior middle school graduates to secondary vocational schools with the national and local favorable policies and laws. Except the three-year’s hand-on practice, what appeals most to the junior middle school graduates is the academic transfer under the Program, a breakthrough in history of vocation education in China. However, only initiating a new program is not enough. Shanghai government should map out a long-term plan to set up promotion to increase the public awareness to change the long prevailing outdated ideology in order to add more to its appeal of the Program. There is still much work to be done before expanding the scope of the Program.

Effectiveness of Integrating Innovative Quality Cultivation into Higher Vocational Mathematics Teaching

Mathematics teaching is the foundation and focus of higher vocational education.However,there are still a series of problems in the mathematics education of higher vocational colleges in China,such as students’enthusiasm for mathematics learning remain to be improved,and teachers still practice traditional teaching methods[1].In order to effectively improve this situation,it is necessary to reform the teaching of mathematics courses in higher vocational colleges,integrate the content of innovation quality cultivation,and implement scientific and reasonable teaching methods to achieve the effectiveness of mathematics teaching in higher vocational colleges.This paper mainly studies the effectiveness of cultivating innovative quality in the higher vocational mathematics teaching,with the hope to improve the overall quality of mathematics teaching.

The Composition and Promotion Strategy of Teachers'Curriculum Development Ability in Secondary Vocational Schools

The curriculum development ability of secondary vocational school teachers is a necessary professional ability for teachers.It has important practical significance and practical value for promoting secondary vocational education curriculum and teaching reform.On the basis of analyzing the connotation and composition of curriculum development ability of teachers in secondary vocational schools,this article proposes three strategies to improve the curriculum development ability of teachers in secondary vocational schools.

On the Application of Red Cross Spirit to Moral Education of Secondary Vocational Health School

Red Cross Spirit acts as an important moral value for students.It wins so wide recognitions that more and more Chinese secondary vocational health schools have already put it into use.This paper attempts to discuss the application of Red Cross Spirit to the moral education of secondary vocational health school from the perspectives:curriculum,assignments,and activities.We hope this study could promote students’professional ethics and boost the development of moral education with the feature of secondary vocational health school.

On Validity of English Tests in Vocational Schools

In this paper, I want to talk about my experience of English testing in vocational schools and share my ideas about the relations between English teaching and testing in vocational schools so that a better way of testing English may be carried out in vocational schools.

Several Reflective Strategies of English Teachers in Secondary Vocational Schools

Nowadays, students in secondary vocational schools are required to have better English competence. How to improve English teaching quality in secondary vocational schools? One of the effective means is reflective teaching. By way of it, English teachers in secondary vocational schools improve English quality and promote professional development.

On the Application of Classified English Teaching in Vocational School

Over the past years,with the increasing enrollment of high school,vocational schools are facing great challenge for their existence and development,concerning the low proficiency of the students and great gap among them.The traditional English teaching mode which employs the same teaching contents,same teaching methods and teaching aims cannot satisfy students with different English levels.Therefore,in order to change the present situation,this paper proposes a new English teaching mode:classified English teaching.In the new mode,different students will be taught by different materials,different methods and with different aims.It can stimulate students'enthusiasm in English learning,and make every student develop appropriately.

New Research of English Teaching in Secondary Vocational School-Based on Postmethod Pedagogy

Postmethod pedagogy of B. Kumaravadivelu can bring a new hope for English teaching of secondary vocational schools. This new research has gained some inspiration for English teaching from the perspective of teachers, students, teacher educators and so on based on postmethod pedagogy.