August 20, 2021 08:30 AM - August 20, 2022 12:00 Noon(Europe/Amsterdam)
20210820T083020210820T1200Europe/AmsterdamS156 | Reshaping English Learning in a Changing World
This symposium aims to draw attention and discussion on the changes and challenges encountered in the field of English language teaching and learning. To respond to the need of the industry, to foster the new dynamism, and to strengthen the competitiveness and innovation of Net-generation, the emphasis of higher education seems to gradually switch from research orientation to practical orientation. This change influences the curriculum design, affects the attitudes of language learners, and challenges the expertise of the language educators. Four sub-themes, therefore, are designed to cover the relevant issues. It is hoped that each of the sub-themes will elicit insightful papers and arouse profound discussion to help re-shape the English learning in this changing world. Four sub-themes-- English Learning for Academia-Industry Exchange -- How can different industries benefit from research in applied linguistics? 2. English Learning and Transdisciplinary Studies -- What curriculum design can effectively promote the cross-disciplinary collaboration? 3. Undergraduate Research Experiences and Information Literacy in the EFL Context -- What might be the role of academic research and English research paper writing in a practical-oriented curriculum? 4. Engagement and Involvement of English teachers/learners in the 21st Century -- The concerns cover agency, empowerment, and/or work-life balance.
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This symposium aims to draw attention and discussion on the changes and challenges encountered in the field of English language teaching and learning. To respond to the need of the industry, to foster the new dynamism, and to strengthen the competitiveness and innovation of Net-generation, the emphasis of higher education seems to gradually switch from research orientation to practical orientation. This change influences the curriculum design, affects the attitudes of language learners, and challenges the expertise of the language educators. Four sub-themes, therefore, are designed to cover the relevant issues. It is hoped that each of the sub-themes will elicit insightful papers and arouse profound discussion to help re-shape the English learning in this changing world. Four sub-themes-- English Learning for Academia-Industry Exchange -- How can different industries benefit from research in applied linguistics? 2. English Learning and Transdisciplinary Studies -- What curriculum design can effectively promote the cross-disciplinary collaboration? 3. Undergraduate Research Experiences and Information Literacy in the EFL Context -- What might be the role of academic research and English research paper writing in a practical-oriented curriculum? 4. Engagement and Involvement of English teachers/learners in the 21st Century -- The concerns cover agency, empowerment, and/or work-life balance.
Collegiate Internship Programs for English Majors in the Aviation IndustryView Abstract Watch Recording 0FeaturedAILA Symposium08:30 AM - 12:00 Noon (Europe/Amsterdam) 2021/08/20 06:30:00 UTC - 2022/08/20 10:00:00 UTC
The purposes of this presentation are to highlight the interdisciplinary nature of the study of English and to present the challenges faced and endeavors needed by the two major stakeholders – the department and students – in creating successful internship programs in the aviation industry.
The Effect of an Internship Course on English Majors' Future Career DevelopmentView Abstract Watch Recording 0Standard08:30 AM - 12:00 Noon (Europe/Amsterdam) 2021/08/20 06:30:00 UTC - 2022/08/20 10:00:00 UTC
The internship course of an English Department in Taiwan provided students real-life work experience before graduation. The diverse internship jobs included English teachers in language institutes, workers in service industries, interns in trading or technology companies, receptionists in international exhibitions, and others. The interns obtained favorable evaluations from their employers.
Presenters
Transferability of literacy skills of ESP and discipline specific EAP courses: Learners’ perspectivesView Abstract Watch Recording 0StandardAILA Symposium08:30 AM - 12:00 Noon (Europe/Amsterdam) 2021/08/20 06:30:00 UTC - 2022/08/20 10:00:00 UTC
Based on survey results, this paper examines and compares students' perceptions of and experiences in transferring skills of three English-in-the-Discipline courses designed for Social Sciences undergraduates in an English medium university in Hong Kong: one discipline specific English for Academic Purposes course, one report writing course, and one public speaking course.
Learning to use English in the era of globalization: The case of international students on a LEGO taskView Abstract Watch Recording 0StandardAILA Symposium08:30 AM - 12:00 Noon (Europe/Amsterdam) 2021/08/20 06:30:00 UTC - 2022/08/20 10:00:00 UTC
We examine interactions taken from 32 international students who use lingua franca English on a LEGO task. Through analysis, we highlight features of collaborative interactions such as “positive face” maintenance and joint production of utterances, which indicate their engagement and involvement in the task. Implications for “symbolic competence” are provided.
Enhancing Employability with Undergraduate Research Experiences: A Myth or Not?View Abstract Watch Recording 0StandardAILA Symposium08:30 AM - 12:00 Noon (Europe/Amsterdam) 2021/08/20 06:30:00 UTC - 2022/08/20 10:00:00 UTC
Academic English writing has been considered essential for higher education; however, for the industry, could undergraduate research experiences properly equip students with employability skills? Fifty-six students and 27 professionals participated in this study. The results, from analyzing the survey and reflective-journals, encouraged a new shape of research practice.
Presenters Li-Te Li Associate Professor, Shih Chien University
Creative writing as an engagement strategy to develop ELT teachers’ literacy at universityView Abstract Watch Recording 0StandardAILA Symposium08:30 AM - 12:00 Noon (Europe/Amsterdam) 2021/08/20 06:30:00 UTC - 2022/08/20 10:00:00 UTC
This work presents qualitative longitudinal research in the Applied Linguistics area. It was examined the curricular innovation proposal impact and benefits, titled 'Creative Writing to develop literacy competence', in an undergraduate course for English teachers in Brazil. The data were generated from field notes, questionnaires, 14 participants' artifacts, and portfolio reflections. The results evidence the positive impact of the interventions on the participants' literacy.
Presenters Luciane Sturm Professor, University Of Passo Fundo
Creation of an Assessment Tool for Global CitizenshipView Abstract Watch Recording 0StandardAILA Symposium08:30 AM - 12:00 Noon (Europe/Amsterdam) 2021/08/20 06:30:00 UTC - 2022/08/20 10:00:00 UTC
This study demonstrates the attempt to create an assessment tool for global citizenship with its pilot results. The finalized rubric reflects the voices of over 300 workers who are considered internationally successful in various sectors, while the assessment tool was piloted with both university students and workers.
A Course Design for English for Occupational Purposes with Needs Analysis and Practice: An Action ResearchView Abstract Watch Recording 0StandardAILA Symposium08:30 AM - 12:00 Noon (Europe/Amsterdam) 2021/08/20 06:30:00 UTC - 2022/08/20 10:00:00 UTC
This action research reflects the teacher-researcher’s curriculum of Workplace English and reconstructs a pedagogy for English for Occupational Purposes. Data was gathered from 17 interviews, teaching logs, and teaching evaluation. The findings are hoped to shed light on the learner-centered approach to ESP course design proposed by Hutchinson and Waters (2009).
Presenters Cheng-Yi Lin Assistant Professor, National Taiwan Ocean University
Wen-Ling Tsai
Eleanor K. P. Kwan
Kan Chai
Jessica Hui
Li-Te Li
Luciane Sturm
Kahoko Matsumoto
Cheng-Yi Lin
