The Implementation of China Standards of English (CSE) Framework and CEFR-Based English Test Performance of University Students in China

The study investigates the implementation of the China Standards of English (CSE) Framework in China and its effect on students' English proficiency. The study, involving 250 students and 100 instructors, demonstrated that the execution of the CSE Framework is irregular and deficient, revealing inconsistencies between the prescribed standards and actual practices. The findings reveal an absence of significant link between the degree of CSE implementation and students' test performance, underscoring the disconnect between policy and practice. The results suggest that a more thorough and methodical application of the CSE Framework is crucial for enhancing English language proficiency outcomes among university students in China. The study concludes with recommendations for a comprehensive redesign of the curriculum and instructional methods to improve alignment with the CSE Framework and enhance student performance in English proficiency assessments.