erdEducation Reform and Development2652-53642652-5372Bio-Byword Scientific Publishing Pty. Ltd.10.26689/erd.v7i12.13533ArticleExploration of the Cultivation Mode of Critical Thinking Ability in College English Teaching Under the Background of the Belt and Roadhttps://artdesignp.com/journal/erd/7/12/10.26689/erd.v7i12.13533LinYuner20257122025-12-31With the advancement of the Belt and Road Initiative, the importance of cross-cultural communication and international cooperation has become increasingly prominent. To respond to these evolving demands, college English teaching urgently needs transformation, shifting its focus toward cultivating critical thinking skills, creating a conducive educational environment, aligning with international talent development requirements,, and enhancing educational effectiveness. Grounded in the context of the Belt and Road Initiative, this paper analyzes the significance of fostering critical thinking ability within college English teaching and proposes specific practical strategies. The objective is to construct a reasonable training system that nurtures English professionals with global perspectives and critical awareness, thereby providing a reference for the ongoing reform of college English teaching.

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