International Journal of New Developments in Education, 2024, 6(6); doi: 10.25236/IJNDE.2024.060635.
Xu Han
Foreign Language Teaching Department, Hainan Vocational University of Science and Technology, Haikou, 571126, China
This article examines the strategic enhancement of English language instruction in Chinese universities, driven by the globally recognized IELTS speaking criteria and influenced by the Hainan Free Trade Port policy. It investigates how these frameworks can guide university educators in aligning their English-speaking courses with international communication standards. The analysis highlights the significance of IELTS speaking criteria, which include fluency and coherence, lexical resource, grammatical range and accuracy, and pronunciation, as benchmarks for educational practices in the context of preparing students for global professional environments. Furthermore, the article discusses the implications of the Hainan Free Trade Port policy, which emphasizes English proficiency as a pivotal skill in its broader economic development plans. Through practical teaching strategies derived from IELTS standards and supported by policy directives, the paper proposes a model for universities to cultivate graduates equipped for international engagement and business. This approach not only enhances the employability of students but also aligns with China’s objectives of global economic integration and educational excellence.
IELTS Speaking Criteria, Hainan Free Trade Port Policy, University English Education
Xu Han. Integration of IELTS Speaking Criteria in University English Education: Aligning with Hainan Free Trade Port Policy. International Journal of New Developments in Education (2024), Vol. 6, Issue 6: 226-230. https://doi.org/10.25236/IJNDE.2024.060635.
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