English for Teaching Purposes
Learn to teach university subjects in English with confidence, integrating CLIL principles and mastering academic discourse.
Learn to teach university subjects in English with confidence, integrating CLIL principles and mastering academic discourse.
This course equips university lecturers with the skills and confidence to teach their subjects in English. Designed for non-native English speakers, it covers English Medium Instruction (EMI) principles, academic discourse, and effective teaching strategies. Learn to structure lectures, clarify concepts, manage information, and interact with students in English. Improve your linguistic skills while enhancing your teaching methodology for international classrooms.
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What you'll learn
Teach a university subject in English with confidence and skill
Integrate CLIL principles in English-medium courses
Understand and perform key linguistic functions in academic discourse
Structure lectures effectively in English
Clarify complex concepts for non-native English speakers
Manage classroom interactions and questions in English
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4 assignments
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There are 4 modules in this course
This course provides comprehensive training for university lecturers transitioning to teaching their subjects in English. The curriculum covers the principles of English Medium Instruction (EMI) and Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL). Participants will learn to structure academic discourse, clarify complex concepts, manage information effectively, and interact with students in an English-language environment. The course addresses linguistic challenges, teaching methodologies, and strategies for managing international classrooms. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, learners will develop the confidence and skills necessary to deliver high-quality instruction in English across various academic disciplines.
Unit 1. Implications for lecturers switching to English as the classroom language
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Unit 2. Functions related to delivering courses through English (1)
Module 2 · 3 Hours to complete
Unit 3. Functions related to delivering courses through English (2)
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Unit 4. Recording your class
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Educator in Language and Linguistics
Silvia Solá Viñals is a dedicated educator at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, where she specializes in language teaching methodologies and applied linguistics. She holds a BA in Modern Languages and an MSc in TESOL, and has extensive experience lecturing on English language teaching methods, discourse analysis, and public opinion across various universities in Latin America and Europe. Since joining the university's Servei de Llengües nine years ago, Silvia has contributed significantly to language education. She was involved in a TEMPUS Doctoral Program in Economics for the Western Balkan countries in 2012. Her current interests include Integrated Content and Language in Higher Education (ICLHE) and teacher training. Silvia teaches the course English for Teaching Purposes, which focuses on equipping educators with the skills necessary to teach effectively in English, particularly within higher education contexts. Her commitment to enhancing language education reflects her passion for fostering effective communication skills among future educators.
Instructor specializing in English for Teaching Purposes at Coursera.
Jose Ygoa-Bayer is an instructor at Coursera, affiliated with the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. He was born in Manila, Philippines, and holds an Honours degree in Ancient History and Classical Studies from Monash University in Melbourne, Australia. With over 20 years of experience as a member of the Servei de Llengües at UAB, his research interests primarily focus on Communication Science.
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