As part of the ongoing educational initiatives of the EU GREEN Alliance, a Masterclass on “English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI)” will be hosted by a team from the University of Extremadura. This engaging session will explore the benefits and challenges of teaching non-linguistic academic subjects in English at the university level.
🗓 Date: October 29, 2024
🕔 Time: 17:00 CET
📍 Online Event
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In this one-hour Masterclass, we will dive into the current state of EMI within the EU GREEN Alliance, offering insights from Dr. Laura V. Fielden on the topic. Attendees will also have the opportunity to hear from experts in EMI, Dr. Ana Piquer Píriz and Dr. Rafael Alejo González, as well as from Dr. Patricia Milanés, who will share first-hand experiences of EMI in action. Additionally, UEx students will provide their perspectives on the impact of EMI on their learning journey.
Topics include:
•What do we gain from teaching academic subjects in English?
•Challenges of implementing EMI at the university level.
•Language learning opportunities for fostering plurilingualism within the EU GREEN Alliance.
Whether you’re an educator, a student, or simply curious about the role of English in higher education, this Masterclass offers valuable insights into the growing relevance of EMI in today’s academic environment.
📝 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from EMI experts and discover how EU GREEN is paving the way for enhanced plurilingualism and cross-cultural collaboration!
