English-medium instruction at Mae Fah Luang university : a case study of teachers' beliefs and practices

Name: Xu, Lingrui

Organization : Mae Fah Luang University (Higher)

keyword: Teachers' beliefs

LCSH: English language -- Study and teaching

Classification :.LCCS: PE1068.T5

LCSH: Language and education

LCSH: Language teachers

LCSH: Language and languages -- Study and teaching

Abstract: English as a medium of instruction (EMI) refers to the use of the English language to teach academic subjects in non-English countries (Dearden, 2014). EMI is increasingly being used in universities in Thailand as well. However, the reviews of EMI which focus on teachers in Thailand are still limited. Thus, this case study set out (1) to identify general beliefs of university teachers, (2) to investigate how teachers practice in EMI classes, (3) to explore any possible mismatches between teacher’s beliefs and practices and (4) to investigate the reasons for such mismatches. The research questions include “What are the teachers’ beliefs regarding teaching in an EMI-based university?”, “What are teachers’ practices in EMI classes?”, “Are there any mismatches between teachers’ beliefs and practices?”, and “What are the reasons for such mismatches?” The main research instruments included observation and interview. The research participants were two teachers who teach content-based subjects in the School of Management. The interviews revealed the beliefs and practices regarding the key areas including classroom management, teachers’ roles, materials, classroom activities and lesson presentation. It was further revealed that teachers encouraged students to participate so that participation and interaction could help them understand subject contents. These teachers altered their roles depending on different classroom activities or situations. A variety of materials and media were used to assist teaching and learning; the variety was chosen because teachers would sometimes need to repeat key points, ask questions and give examples in the class. Meanwhile, appropriate activities in an EMI-based class with low-proficiency students were also a necessary challenge. However, it was found that “language issue”, “students’ attributes”, “materials”, “activities with no grade” and “class size” led to a discrepancy between teacher’s beliefs and practices. There were also some emerging issues that were derived from EMI-based classes.

Mae Fah Luang University

Address: CHIANG RAI

Email: library@mfu.ac.th

Name: Maneerat Chuaychoowong

Role: Advisor

Created: 2017

Issued: 2561

Modified: 2020-05-05

Issued: 2018-10-04

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application/pdf

CallNumber: Thesis PE1068.T5 X800e 2017

eng

DegreeName: Master of Arts

Level: Master's Degree

Descipline: English for Professional Development

Grantor: Mae Fah Luang University

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