Reconstructing Food Professional English Course Teaching to Meet Future Food Industry Needs: A Practice-Oriented Exploration from the Perspectives of Globalization and AI Empowerment

Dan Xu; Xinhe Yang; Yanglin Hua; Siming Zhu; Zhong-sheng Tang; Zhenlang Xie

doi:10.26689/jcer.v9i9.12440

Dan Xu College of Food Science and Engineering, Guangdong Ocean University, Yangjiang 529500, Guangdong, China; Yangjiang Research Institute of Guangdong Ocean University, Yangjiang 529500, Guangdong, China
Xinhe Yang College of Food Science and Engineering, Guangdong Ocean University, Yangjiang 529500, Guangdong, China; Yangjiang Research Institute of Guangdong Ocean University, Yangjiang 529500, Guangdong, China
Yanglin Hua College of Food Science and Engineering, Guangdong Ocean University, Yangjiang 529500, Guangdong, China; Yangjiang Research Institute of Guangdong Ocean University, Yangjiang 529500, Guangdong, China
Siming Zhu College of Food Science and Engineering, Guangdong Ocean University, Yangjiang 529500, Guangdong, China; Yangjiang Research Institute of Guangdong Ocean University, Yangjiang 529500, Guangdong, China; School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510641, Guangdong, China
Zhong-sheng Tang College of Food Science and Engineering, Guangdong Ocean University, Yangjiang 529500, Guangdong, China; Yangjiang Research Institute of Guangdong Ocean University, Yangjiang 529500, Guangdong, China
Zhenlang Xie College of Food Science and Engineering, Guangdong Ocean University, Yangjiang 529500, Guangdong, China

DOI: https://doi.org/10.26689/jcer.v9i9.12440

Keywords: Globalization, Artificial intelligence, Food professional English courses, Teaching reform and practice

Abstract

With the development of globalization, international communication in the food industry has become increasingly frequent. Mastering English skills related to the food profession can help students communicate effectively with international peers, enhance their adaptability in international enterprises, and boost their employment competitiveness, thereby expanding career development opportunities. The food professional English course is a mandatory subject set by universities to cultivate high-quality talents in the food field, enabling students to better understand the food cultures and consumption habits of different countries and regions. Furthermore, mastering relevant English skills allows students to access cutting-edge food science research techniques and the latest scientific achievements, promoting innovation in research levels. To enhance the cultivation of English skills and comprehensive qualities among food professionals, which will have a profound impact on their future learning, research, and career development, this article primarily analyzes the teaching reform pathways for food professional English courses under the new conditions of globalization and artificial intelligence. It was hoped that the viewpoints presented in this article can provide relevant guidance for the improvement and enhancement of food professional English courses.

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