Author(s)

Lin Shi ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Hainan Vocational University of Science and Technology, Haikou, Hainan, 571100, China

Corresponding Author

Lin Shi

ABSTRACT

In the context of rapid digital advancement, vocational English Language Teaching (ELT) in China faces both significant opportunities and persistent challenges. This study explores the current state of digital transformation in vocational ELT through a mixed-methods approach, investigating the perceptions of teachers and students, the effectiveness of digital tools, and the obstacles to implementation. Findings reveal that digital technologies enhance student engagement, promote interactive learning, and support skill-based instruction. However, infrastructure limitations, inadequate teacher training, and policy-practice gaps remain major barriers. The study proposes strategic recommendations for improving infrastructure, enhancing professional development, localizing content, and aligning institutional practices with national digital education policies. This research contributes to the ongoing discourse on digitalization in education and offers actionable insights for policy makers and educators.

KEYWORDS

Vocational Education; English Language Teaching (ELT); Digital Transformation; Educational Technology

CITE THIS PAPER

Lin Shi, Exploring the Digital Transformation of English Language Teaching in Chinese Vocational Education. Advances in Vocational and Technical Education (2025) Vol. 7: 76-82. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/avte.2025.070212.

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