A Study of Project-based Learning in Foreign Language Teaching

Abstract

Project-based Learning is a student-centered teaching model that is widely applied in foreign language teaching due to its characteristics of openness, research, and practicality. PBL fosters students’ critical thinking, collaborative communication, knowledge application, and innovation abilities through projects in real-life contexts. Its theoretical foundations include constructivist theory, multiple intelligence theory, and lifelong learning theory, emphasizing active knowledge construction and autonomous learning. The steps of PBL include determining the project theme, information collection and processing, project implementation, project presentation, and reflection and evaluation. Compared to traditional foreign language teaching methods, PBL pays more attention to the “output” in teaching, enhancing students’ language skills and problem-solving abilities, thereby preparing them for future work and life. It holds significant educational value and promotion potential.