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Inclusive Teaching in Focus: Supporting Chilean English Language Teachers
[Blog] On 28 March 2025, The Queensland Institute delivered an online workshop on Inclusive Education in collaboration with the Chilean Ministry of Education and PIAP. With 140 teachers registering in just 24 hours, the session explored Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and practical strategies to support inclusive English classrooms across Chile.
Strengthening Partnerships for Teacher Training: MOU Announcement
[Partnership] On 17 March 2025, QI signed a Memorandum of Understanding with UQ College at The University of Queensland. The MOU supports our continued collaboration on high-quality, customised teacher training programs—both online and in-person—from Brisbane.
Celebrating the ELT Community: Presenting at QLD PD Fest ‘25
[Blog] QI recently joined educators from across Australia at the English Australia QLD PD Fest 2025, held at UQ College in Brisbane. Our team delivered both the welcome and closing plenaries, sharing practical strategies to support inclusive, high-impact teaching in English language programs. The day celebrated community, creativity, and best practice in the ELICOS sector.
Connecting Brazil: Inaugural CLIL Community Conference
[Blog] QI recently collaborated with UNESP (São Paulo State University, Brazil) to host our inaugural CLIL Community Conference, bringing together educators from diverse disciplines to exchange insights, share best practices for integrating Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) in higher education classrooms.
Innovating Instructional Design in Vietnam
[Blog] The Queensland Institute recently collaborated with RMIT University Vietnam to deliver a hands-on workshop series for Foundation Studies educators, exploring effective instructional techniques, materials adaptation, and student engagement strategies in EMI and CLIL classrooms.
Enhancing English Speaking and Reading Skills in Vietnam
[Blog] QI’s Co-Founder, Fiona Wiebusch, joined the Department of Education and Training (DoET) Bình Thuận province in Vietnam to present at a workshop for more than 70 English teachers, exploring practical strategies for speaking and reading, aligned with the 2018 General Education Curriculum—reinforcing our commitment to supporting ASEAN educators in 2025.
Building EMI Capacity in Taiwanese Schools
[Blog] Read how QI supported over 170 educators across Taiwan to strengthen EMI practices through active learning and inclusive bilingual education strategies, in country in 2024.
Strengthening English Education in Hong Kong through Connection and Collaboration
[Blog] Reconnecting with alumni and presenting at the EAC Conference in Hong Kong, The Queensland Institute highlights the role of collaboration in driving English language education and shaping future teacher development programs.
Leading the Way in EMI Program Evaluation in Taiwan
[Blog] Discover how QI collaborated with Asia University to enhance EMI program evaluation. This customised workshop focused on peer observation and collaborative practices, equipping educators with strategies to improve teaching outcomes and support reflective practices in higher education.
Fostering CLIL Connections in Brazil
[Blog] Learn how QI partnered with Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP) to deliver an innovative online professional development program, supporting 37 educators from 24 campuses across São Paulo state to harness their skills in CLIL and EMI, fostering vibrant communities of practice and advancing internationalisation goals.
Fostering Excellence in EMI Lecture Delivery in the Era of AI
[Blog] Discover how QI and Lunghwa University are advancing EMI excellence in higher education through innovative workshops on AI and active learning. Learn about our impactful collaboration in New Taipei City, Taiwan, supported by Austrade and the Taiwanese Ministry of Education.
Supporting English Language Teaching in Japan
[Blog] Discover how QI re-engaged with Tokyo Metropolitan educators through workshops, webinars, and alumni connections this year. Explore how these interactions fostered innovation in English language teaching and strengthened relationships beyond the classroom.
Building EMI Capacity in Thailand
[Blog] Explore how The Queensland Institute collaborated with Khon Kaen University (KKU) to build capacity in English Medium Instruction (EMI) through a blended learning program. Learn how active learning strategies and cultural exchange enriched the experience for lecturers across disciplines.
Connecting Chilean English Teachers through Professional Development
[Blog] Learn how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles are helping educators create inclusive, dynamic English classrooms across Chile. Explore how The Queensland Institute partnered with our Chilean colleagues from the Profesional Programa Inglés Abre Puertas (PIAP) and the Ministry of Education to deliver an engaging webinar for 150 registered Chilean teachers.
Advancing Teacher Research in Japan
[Blog] Discover how QI alumna Yukari Abe, a PhD candidate from Kyoto University, is advancing professional development and Critical Thinking in English Language Teaching (ELT) in Japan. Learn how her collaboration with The Queensland Institute (QI) is shaping teacher research in this area worldwide.
Collaborating with Queensland Schools in Professional Development
[Blog] Discover how QI’s School Experience program facilitates global collaboration in education. Recently, educators from Hong Kong and Taiwan connected with leading Queensland independent schools, sharing best practices, and gaining insights into each other's educational systems, teaching methods, and student experiences. Learn more in our latest blog post.
Celebrating International TESOL Students’ Experiences
[Blog] Explore the experiences of international TESOL students at QI's 'Life in Australia' event. Join student-teachers from UQ and Hong Kong as they engage with industry professionals, discover student life in Brisbane, and learn about teaching English globally.
Welcoming Hong-Kong Student-Teachers to Brisbane
[Blog] Join us as we welcome pre-service English language teachers from The University of Hong Kong to Brisbane. Discover our Blended Immersion Program, fostering innovation and cultural exchange in TESOL education. Learn more about their enriching journey and experiences in the Australian school system.
Igniting Inspiration: Reflecting on Queensland's PD Fest 2024
[Blog] Discover key highlights from QLD PD Fest 2024. Gain insights into innovative teaching strategies and valuable resources for English language educators, with the QI team.
Optimising Teacher Observations: Fostering Growth and Community
[Blog] Discover practical tips and strategies for improving teacher observations in the ELICOS sector. Join The Queensland Institute's Co-Founders, Philippa and Fiona, for insights on fostering growth and supporting professional development.
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Understanding Our Terminology
Not sure what something means? Here is a quick guide to some of the key education acronyms and terms we use.
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English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) refers to teaching academic subjects in English to students who have English as an additional language. For example, a Brazilian lecturer in São Paulo chooses to teach their Engineering course in English to bilingual students.
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Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) is an approach that combines subject learning and language development at the same time. For example, a Japanese CLIL teacher in Tokyo delivers a math class using both English and Japanese, integrating key vocabulary and skills to help students learn in English.
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Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) refers to teaching English as a subject to learners who use another language at home or in their communities. For example, a TESOL educator in Taiwan teaches English language and communication skills to school students.
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Bilingual Education refers to teaching and learning that uses two or more languages across the curriculum—in our work, this includes English. For example, a bilingual school teacher in Chile chooses to use a combination of Spanish and English in class.