Evaluation of the current situation of English courses in eight-year M.D. program and prospect of reform — taking Sichuan University as an example

Abstract

Objective To investigate the current situation and underlying problems of English courses in general education for eight-year M.D. Program and to put forward possible solutions. Method s We investigated and interviewed teachers from West China Medical Center who teaches bilingual courses and teachers from College of Foreign Languages and Cultures along with faculty in Education Ministry of Sichuan University, analyzed the problems in English courses and explored measures for improvement. Result s The emphasis students put on English course is satisfactory, but teachers still claim that few students participate actively in class. Therefore, the efficiency of English course should be improved. Conclusion The current status of English course is not ideal, which can be attributed to both teachers and students, so future schemes should be based on these two perspectives. Key words: Eight-year M.D. program; English course; Underlying problems; Solutions