NCHU Course Outline
Course Name (中) 英語教學專題(6038)
(Eng.) Special Topics in English Language Teaching
Offering Dept Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures
Course Type Elective Credits 3 Teacher SHIH,I-MING
Department Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures/Graduate Language English Semester 2025-SPRING
Course Description This course introduces students to the foundational concepts, practices, and global trends in bilingual and multilingual education. It provides an overview of key topics such as language acquisition, bilingualism, and multilingualism, as well as their role in education and society. Students will explore the historical development of bilingual and multilingual education systems, the benefits and challenges of teaching in diverse linguistic contexts, and the basic principles behind designing effective programs for learners. The course also highlights the influence of globalization on language use, cultural exchange, and educational practices across the world. Through discussions, readings, and case studies, students will gain an introductory understanding of how bilingual and multilingual education fosters communication, cultural awareness, and lifelong learning. This course is ideal for those new to the field or seeking a broad perspective on how language education supports diverse learners in a globalized society.
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self-directed learning in the course Y
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By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Explain foundational concepts related to bilingualism, multilingualism, and language acquisition, and their implications for education and society.
2. Analyze historical developments in bilingual and multilingual education systems across different regions of the world.
3. Evaluate the benefits and challenges of teaching in linguistically and culturally diverse educational contexts.
4. Examine global trends in bilingual and multilingual education, with a focus on the influence of globalization on educational practices.
5. Discuss case studies to identify best practices and innovative approaches in bilingual and multilingual education.
6. Conduct critical analyses of scholarly research to explore key debates, findings, and methodologies in the field of bilingual and multilingual education.

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Week Course Content
Week 1 Overview of the course and class policies
Week 2 Fundamental concepts and theories; language policies and planning
Week 3 Bilingual and multilingual education models
Week 4 Content-and-language-integrated learning (CLIL)
Week 5 Translanguaging
Week 6 Pedagogical translanguaging
Week 7 Spring break (no class meeting)
Week 8 Midterm Assessment
Week 9 Using linguistic landscapes in multilingual language teaching
Week 10 Emotional experiences of bilinguals
Week 11 Research methods for bilingual and multilingual education
Week 12 Case reports: Case studies across the world
Week 13 Critical perspectives
Week 14 Assessing bilingual and multilingual education; future research areas
Week 15 Individual conferences
Week 16 Presentation of term papers / teaching projects
Week 17 Self-directed learning (no class meeting)
Week 18 Self-directed learning (no class meeting)
Evaluation
1. Learning Log (20%)
2. Midterm Assessment (20%)
3. Case Report (10%)
4. Term Paper or Teaching Project (40%) (Proposal 10% + Presentation 10% + Written Work 20%)
5. Participation and Engagement (10%)
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