At the Crossroads： A Case Study of Humanism in High School English Education in China  

作　　者：YE Xiao-ya 

机构地区：[1]Beijing Foreign Studies University, Beijing, China

出　　处：《Sino-US English Teaching》2016年第9期717-723,共7页中美英语教学（英文版）

摘　　要：The concept of ＂equality＂ and the importance of ＂rational and critical thinking＂ are essential components of humanism. New English Curriculum for Chinese Primary Schools and Junior/Senior High Schools indicates English is not only a ＂Tool＂, but also carries information and features of ＂Humanism＂. This article conducted one year-long qualitative case study of three high school English teachers from different districts in Beijing. Data were collected through class observation, teachers＇ office observation, and interviews with teachers, students, and parents Data analysis followed qualitative procedures. Findings show that the three English teachers do not have strong awareness of humanism： None of them believes students and teachers are equal. Two teachers incorporate ＂rational and critical thinking＂ when they work as head teachers, but neither applies it when they serve as English teachers. Humanistic education is not prevalent but effective in teachers＇ development training. More relevant trainings are expected to benefit more teachers.

关 键 词：English teachers HUMANISM EQUALITY critical thinking 

分 类 号：N02[自然科学总论—科学技术哲学] G633.7[文化科学—教育学]