Research on ESP Teaching Model of College English Based on Virtual Teaching and Research Office

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jike.202504103

Author(s)

Bin Xu

Affiliation(s)

School of Foreign Languages, Sanya University, Sanya, Hainan, China

Abstract

This study explores the application of virtual teaching and research offices in university ESP (English for Specific Purposes) education. The research method includes a combination of case studies, surveys, and teaching experiments to assess the impact of virtual platforms on teaching effectiveness and student learning. The study found that virtual teaching offices significantly improve students' language skills, enhance teacher collaboration, and provide flexible, personalized learning resources. However, challenges such as technical support, teacher adaptability, and student engagement remain. In conclusion, virtual teaching rooms are a promising model for ESP teaching, offering numerous benefits and requiring optimization for broader implementation.

Keywords

ESP Teaching; Virtual Teaching Rooms; Higher Education; Teaching Innovation; Student Engagement

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