The Impact of Visual Thinking: Descriptive Language Fluency for Engineering Learners in Language Classroom

Abstract

Effective communication is essential for success in the engineering field, yet many engineers find it difficult to communicate well both in writing and when speaking, especially when expressing intricate thoughts and technical concepts. By using visual stimuli to promote cognitive and linguistic processes, the Picture Perception Method (PPT) provides engineers with a novel and entertaining way to improve their language fluency. The technique entails showing engineers carefully chosen diagrams or pictures associated with their profession and asking them to interpret, explain, and describe the images in the language of their preference. By doing this, engineers are compelled to exercise critical thinking, create cohesive stories, and employ technical terms appropriately, all of which improve their ability to communicate both orally and in writing.  The PPT stimulates the development of flowing linguistic patterns required for successful technical discussions and presentations, increases descriptive accuracy, and encourages active participation. This method works especially well in multilingual and global contexts where engineers need to confidently and effectively convey complicated concepts. With frequent use, the Picture Perception Technique improves cognitive flexibility and fluency, allowing engineers to communicate concepts more effectively in a variety of work settings.