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Challenges of Learning English in a Chemical Engineering
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This morning was another English class, which was supposed to be a relaxed
classroom teaching. However, unlike last year, the atmosphere this year has been
quite different, and there are several reasons for it.
In a chemical engineering college like ours, it is quite common for students to
struggle with English. However, we still have to take English exams every
semester, which requires serious effort. Over the course of a year, we have
learned many things, but the focus has mostly been on vocabulary. Are we only
going to be tested on vocabulary during exams? Will the exam papers and answer
books only contain translations? Does attending classes have any benefit?
Previously, during class, there were games with penalties, which forced us to
pay attention to the vocabulary and memorize it. However, in the first English
class of this new semester, these incentives are no longer present. The only way
to motivate students to take English seriously is gone, and some students may
even question the importance of the textbook.
Additionally, this year, we were supposed to take the CET-4 English exam.
However, the school prohibited us from taking it because the passing rate was
too low, which instantly cooled our passion for learning English.
When there is a benefit, there is motivation. However, these circumstances have
made learning English quite relaxing, and most students do not pay attention
during class. As a result, the classroom atmosphere is quite loose.
In summary, learning English in a chemical engineering college presents several
challenges. While it is common for students to struggle with English, the lack
of incentives and cancelled exams have only made things worse. As a result,
students may not take English seriously, and classroom performance may suffer. |
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