Research on the Optimization of Marine Engineering English Teaching and Its Alignment with International Standards under the Perspective of the New Maritime Conventions

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jhve.202516304

Author(s)

Zhao Yunbo

Affiliation(s)

Jiangsu Maritime Institute, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China

Abstract

With the increasing internationalization of the maritime industry, the new maritime conventions have imposed higher requirements on marine engineering English teaching. This study aims to explore how to effectively align and optimize marine engineering English teaching with international standards. Through literature review, it examines the regulations of the new maritime conventions over the past decade and the current status of marine engineering English teaching. Using comparative analysis, it analyzes the discrepancies between current teaching models, curriculum design, teaching content, and international standards. The study delves into specific indicators of English proficiency for engine room personnel as outlined in conventions such as the STCW, providing detailed comparisons with existing marine engineering English syllabi and textbook content. The results indicate gaps in depth of specialized vocabulary, cross-cultural communication skills, and simulation of practical application scenarios between current teaching practices and international standards. Based on these findings, the study proposes suggestions such as optimizing the course system to include more international maritime case studies; improving teaching methods by adopting situational teaching and project-based learning to enhance students' practical abilities; and updating textbook content to ensure alignment with the latest international convention requirements. These recommendations aim to closely integrate marine engineering English teaching with international standards and enhance the international competitiveness of maritime talents.

Keywords

New Maritime Conventions; Marine Engineering English Teaching; International Standards; Alignment Optimization; Maritime Talents.

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