Abstract:

Many theoretical and practical research papers which focus on ideological and political education have been published. The researchers study different aspects of ideological and political education, such as national development strategy, ethics, teaching practice and so on. However, so far, no research has elaborated on the essence of ideological and political education in light of philosophy, which will certainly deepen our understanding of the theory and practice of ideological and political education. Language comes from a certain social and cultural context, and it’s supposed to represent a certain philosophy, typically about our views towards the world, life and value. In light of philosophy, we may establish three views in the teaching and learning of language. In light of the philosophy of this world being holistic, systematic and inter-connected, based on the analysis of the texts in New College English Integrated Course, this paper intends to explore the ideological and political elements in the texts and thus reflect on the importance and necessity of ideological and political education in college English teaching and learning, so that we may foster students’ correct views towards the world, life and value and provide qualified talents for the construction of socialism while comprehensively improve the students’ English proficiency.

Key words: ideological and political education, college English teaching and learning, New College English Integrated Course, views towards the world, life and value