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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.
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.
TEDxUQ: Building Community Through Music
[Blog] Watch Vicki Bos inspiring audiences at TEDxUQ in her talk on building community through the UQ Voices choir. Supported by UQ School of Psychology and Music, and The Queensland Institute, the choir fosters inclusion and connection for international students. You can also hear the choir sing, and read the journal article published in Australian Voice.
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.
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.
Engaging Lecture Practices: Empowering Diverse Student Groups in Higher Education
[Blog] Discover 10 powerful lecture practices to drive student success. Fiona Wiebusch, Co-Founder of The Queensland Institute, shares insights to engage diverse student groups and enhance learning experiences.
TESOLutions: Embracing digital transformation in Vietnam
[Blog] QI Director, Fiona Wiebusch, presented "Simple TESOLutions" at the Digital Transformation in Teaching and Learning workshop in Ho Chi Minh City, encouraging educators to embrace new technology while staying focused on core language teaching principles. The event also covered AI's potential application in language education.
Engaging language learners in speaking activities in virtual and physical classrooms
[Consultancy] QI work with RMIT University Vietnam staff to support best practice in speaking activities for English language learners.
Encouraging peer-to-peer discussion groups for international students
[Consultancy] QI work with UNSW Sydney staff and international students to enhance peer-to-peer discussion groups on campus.
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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.
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