OA-oriented Practical Training Courses for English Education Majors in the Context of New Liberal Arts Reform Research

Abstract

This study investigates the reform of practical training courses for English education majors under the New Liberal Arts initiative, guided by the Production-Oriented Approach (POA). It identifies existing problems such as singular teaching modes, insufficient practical experience, and inadequate teacher training. Through the integration of POA’s three-phase framework—Motivating, Enabling, and Assessing—the research proposes a student-centered restructuring of practical training. Using the English Teaching Theory and Practice course as a case study, the paper demonstrates how POA enhances teaching competency through task-based, collaborative, and evaluative learning. Findings indicate that POA-driven reforms significantly improve students’ practical teaching skills, critical thinking, and readiness for real-world educational environments. This study offers a replicable model for practical curriculum innovation in English teacher education.