Research on the Path of Further Deepening the Reform and Internationalization of English Education in the Hainan Free Trade Zone

Abstract

With the establishment of the Hainan Free Trade Zone (FTZ), the internationalization of English education has become a key element of the region’s educational reform efforts. As globalization intensifies, fostering an internationalized English education system is crucial for improving the competitiveness and global positioning of the Hainan FTZ. This study explores the multiple pathways and strategies for promoting the internationalization of English education in the Hainan FTZ, focusing on aspects such as policy support, curriculum reform, teacher training, international collaboration, and the effective allocation of educational resources. By examining the current state of English education in the region, identifying key challenges, and drawing insights from successful domestic and international cases—particularly from free trade zones elsewhere—this paper offers actionable recommendations. These suggestions aim to enhance the region’s educational outcomes, thereby bolstering the Hainan FTZ’s broader objectives of economic growth and enhanced global connectivity. The proposed strategies also seek to elevate the international stature of the Hainan FTZ as a regional hub for talent development, international exchange, and soft power enhancement.