Critical Evaluation of Bilingual Pedagogy of Advanced Placement Program in Nantong, Jiangsu Province, China

Abstract

Advanced Placement Programs (AP) is regarded as a bridging course which builds a positive connection between secondary education and higher education. Different from general high school students, it is set in a bilingual environment. This study will discuss the language learning and using in this context from bilingual pedagogical perspectives. First, some contextual background information regarding this program in terms of two kinds of English course—Basic English course and English proficiency course will be provided, following this, the issue related to bilingual pedagogy in this context will be identified. In the end, based on this matter, the future implications will be proposed.