Online Conference on Convergences and Divergences of  English Medium Instruction (EMI) Teaching

In response to the trends of globalization and internationalization, the government in Taiwan is dedicated to enhancing the English proficiency of its citizens. With the goal set for 2030, Taiwan aims to become a bilingual nation and nurture bilingual professionals. Consequently, Content and Language Integrative Learning (CLIL) has become common in primary and secondary education, while universities have focused on "English as a Medium of Instruction" (EMI) as a specialization. In line with these efforts, the College of International Culture, Education and Foreign Affairs at Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages is pleased to announce the conference with " Convergences and Divergences of English Medium Instruction (EMI) Teaching " as the main topic, scheduled for July 3rd, 2024 (Friday) to seeks to explore the commonalities and distinctions in English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI).

 The topics to be discussed at this conference include various issues that stem from EMI, such as CLIL or Content-Based Instruction (CBI), and even how to incorporate teaching methods related to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Additionally, we welcome submissions from graduate students. In essence, we aim to bring together experts, scholars, and practitioners in the field of EMI education and related interdisciplinary research. We hope to facilitate the sharing of their research findings, teaching methodologies, and case studies to foster the mutual development of EMI education.

 The conference program will include "Keynote Speeches" and "Paper Presentations." After the conference, the outcomes will be compiled for a tentative publication of a book in September 2024. This publication will serve as a reference for policymakers and stakeholders in promoting EMI policies.

【Suggested Presentation Topics】 (including but not limited to)

1.  Implementation of EMI Teaching

2.  Interdisciplinary Collaboration in EMI Teaching

3.  Strategies for EMI Teaching

4.  Other EMI-related topics, such as the application of CLIL, and more.

【 Abstract Submission】

1.  The abstract may briefly cover three aspects: "Research Background and Objectives," "Research Methods," and "Research Results and Discussion."

2.  The abstract is limited to 1,000 words and must be submitted in English format. Please also provide 3 to 5 keywords.

3.  Please complete the abstract registration form and upload the English abstract before May 10th, 2024 (Fri).

4.  The results of the abstract review will be announced on May 31st, 2024 (Fri).

5.  Authors whose abstracts are approved as outstanding will receive a separate invitation to submit the full paper by July 26th, 2024 (Fri). The paper will be included in the book "The Conference on Convergences and Divergences in EMI Teaching" (tentative title).

6.  Please refer to the abstract formatting guidelines at https://reurl.cc/dmnLeq

【 Key Dates】

-Paper Submission/Presentation:

Abstract submission: May 10th, 2024 (Fri.)

Announcement of abstract review result: May 31st, 2024 (Fri.)

Presentation files submission: June 19th, 2024 (Wed.)

Full text submission: July 26th, 2024 (Fri.)

Publication of edited book: September, 2024

-Conference Registration:

Registration deadline: June 28th, 2024 (Fri.)

Date of conference: July 3rd, 2024 (Wed.)

【Abstract submission & Registration】

https://reurl.cc/dmnLb6

【聯絡窗口】

文藻外語大學國際文教暨涉外事務學院

College of International Culture, Education, and Foreign Affairs

Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages

宋溥嵐助理 Lance Sung、劉子瑄助理 Sally Liu

Tel: (07)3426031分機ext. 6003

E-mail: ei0003@mail.wzu.edu.tw