A Comparative Study of Foreign Language Education Policies Between China and the United States From the Perspective of National Interests

Shiqi GONG

Abstract


Based on the theory of educational policy, this paper constructs a theoretical analysis framework of foreign language education policy, which makes a comparative analysis of foreign language education policies in China and the United States from three dimensions—the process, content and value of foreign language education policy. We should learn from the advanced experience of the United States and reflect on the research of foreign language education policy in China so as to make suggestions. 


Keywords


Foreign language education policy; National interests; China; The United States

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3968/11716

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