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English has increasingly become the primary medium of instruction in schools and universities, including in many countries where it is not the native language. Do you consider this trend positive or negative?

微型範文

English is increasingly used as the principal language of education in many non-English-speaking countries. Despite placing some pressure on less proficient students, this development is highly advantageous because it broadens access to knowledge and sharpens international competitiveness.

A large proportion of academic research, scientific publications, and professional resources is produced in English. Receiving education in this language therefore arms students with current knowledge directly rather than relying on delayed or inaccurate translations. It also aligns them with overseas study, international conferences, and employment in multinational companies. On a broader level, English-medium programmes can attract foreign students, researchers, and qualified teachers, polishing both the reputation and intellectual diversity of local institutions. It is true that students may initially face a heavier workload, and excessive emphasis on English can undermine confidence in the mother tongue. Nevertheless, these problems can be reduced through language support, whereas the academic and professional opportunities created by English education are far more substantial and enduring.

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語料

文章主張英語作為主要教學語言是明顯有利的發展，原因包括：

1. 學生可以直接接觸最新的英文學術研究、科學資訊與專業資源。

2. 英語授課有助於準備海外升學、國際會議與跨國企業工作。

3. 國家與學校能吸引外籍學生、研究者與優秀教師，提升教育聲譽與國際競爭力。

4. 雖然部分學生可能承受較重的語言壓力，母語能力也可能受到影響，但這些問題可以透過語言輔導減輕，並不足以抵消英語教育帶來的長期利益。

進階單字片語

單字 / 片語	詞性	中文字義	英文例句
principal	adj.	主要的；首要的	English has become the principal language of instruction in many universities.
proficient	adj.	熟練的；精通的	Students who are proficient in English can access a wider range of academic materials.
advantageous	adj.	有利的；有益的	Learning through English can be advantageous for students planning to study abroad.
broaden access to	phr.	擴大接觸／取得……的機會	English-medium education can broaden access to international research and scholarship.
sharpen	v.	提升；磨練；使更敏銳	Regular academic discussion can sharpen students’ communication and critical-thinking skills.
a large proportion of	phr.	很大比例的；大量的	A large proportion of scientific research is published in English.
arm with	phr. v.	使具備；賦予……所需的能力或工具	English education can arm students with the linguistic skills required in the global job market.
align with	phr. v.	與……一致；符合	English-language programs may align with the demands of an increasingly international economy.
qualified	adj.	合格的；具備資格的	Schools need qualified teachers who can teach both subject content and English effectively.
polish	v.	磨練；改善；使更加完善	University courses can help students polish their academic writing skills.
excessive	adj.	過度的；過量的	Excessive reliance on English may weaken students’ command of their native language.
undermine	v.	削弱；損害	Replacing local languages with English may undermine linguistic and cultural diversity.
substantial	adj.	大量的；重大的；可觀的	Switching to English-medium instruction requires substantial investment in teacher training.
enduring	adj.	持久的；長期存在的	A strong command of English can bring enduring academic and professional benefits.

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