Po-Han Lin (National Taipei University of Education, Taiwan)
Abstract
Students' English language proficiency is a crucial factor in determining the success of EMI classes. To support students with lower English proficiency, we introduce the innovative 6E instruction model in international education EMI classes in our study. The 6E model, with its unique emphasis on learner-centered and constructivist themes, comprises six distinct learning stages: engage, explore, explain, engineer, enrich, and evaluate. Results indicated an adaptive learning effect where lower English proficiency students reported a more positive course evaluation (4.92 vs. 4.43) and higher scores on the main elements of intercultural communicative competence (cognition: 4.81 vs. 4.28, affection: 4.36 vs. 3.3, behavioral skills: 4.86 vs. 4). More importantly, we also found a significant gain in willingness for intercultural communication (4.52 vs. 3.92). Our study suggests that 6E instruction, which emphasizes inquiry and design, could potentially make up for differences in English proficiency in EMI classes.
Research Paper (In person; 25 minutes)
Content-Based Instruction / EMI / CLIL
Primarily of interest to teachers of young or very young learners
About the Presenter
Po-Han Lin is an associate professor and the director of the International Master's Program of Learning and Instruction at the National Taipei University of Education. His research focuses on international students' cross-cultural adaptation, technology-assisted learning, and English and Chinese language learning. Courses he offered include Learning Theories and Strategies, Instructional Design and Development, Digital Learning, Multiple-Learning Assessments, Multicultural Education, etc.
