Agendas in English-Medium Instruction from Eastern Europe

· Taylor & Francis
Ebook
222
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About this ebook

The volume explores the transformative impact of English as a medium of instruction in higher education across Eastern Europe. It delves into the motivations, challenges, and strategies of institutions adopting English-medium instruction, highlighting its role in fostering internationalization, enhancing academic mobility, and promoting global competitiveness.

Drawing on a diverse range of perspectives, the book presents the voices of educators and administrators, providing a comprehensive understanding of EMI’s implications on teaching practices, curriculum design, and student outcomes. It addresses critical issues, such as linguistic diversity, cultural identity, and the balancing act between local languages and English, ensuring a nuanced discussion of the benefits and drawbacks of this educational shift. It illustrates the unique context of Eastern European institutions while also offering valuable insights applicable worldwide.

With its clear structure and engaging narrative, it appealsto both students and scholars interested in English-medium instruction, language education, multilingualism, sociolinguistics, and applied linguistics.

The volume explores the transformative impact of English as a medium of instruction in higher education across Eastern Europe. It delves into the motivations, challenges, and strategies of institutions adopting English-medium instruction, highlighting its role in fostering internationalization, e...

About the author

Piotr Romanowski is Associate Professor and MA Programme Coordinator in Applied Multilingual and Multicultural Studies at the Faculty of Applied Linguistics, the University of Warsaw, Poland.

Piotr Romanowski is Associate Professor and MA Programme Coordinator in Applied Multilingual and Multicultural Studies at the Faculty of Applied Linguistics, the University of Warsaw, Poland.

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