English in China (David)

English is a kind of worldwide-used language which plays a critical role in the interactions among people from various countries. China has witnessed great developments in the past decades and labeled as international. Going aboard has become a trend among Chinese, thus, the enthusiasm for learning English in China has reached a historical high point.

English is one of the third main courses which is compulsory for students from primary school to college. English is also taught in kindergarten in urban area. 

Most of Chinese students study English quite a lot. Even though they spend plenty of time in studying English, what they have learn is unfortunately quite limited. Educated Chinese can read and understand materials typed in English. Reading English newspapers won't stump them. In addition, they are self-sufficient in writing English documents in most time, many Chinese researchers can finish and publish their English thesis by themselves. By contrast, people tend to be only focus on reading and writing when they touch English, thus, the major of them become the typical English learners who can deal with English materials easily but lacking enough ability to communicate in English well.