Teacher Professional Development for the Integration of Content and Language in Higher Education

This book explores the challenges and opportunities of integrating content and language in higher education, focusing on case studies that will inform future teacher training research and practice. It brings together innovative work from researchers around the world, providing insights into effective ICLHE professional development and contributing to the informat

Format: Hardback
Length: 124 pages
Publication date: 19 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The integration of content and language in higher education (ICLHE) has emerged as a significant phenomenon in recent years, with English being the predominant language used for teaching content subjects in most institutions. This complex process requires a multifaceted approach that considers various interrelated factors, including the learner's needs, the teaching context, and the educational goals. Training lecturers to teach learners in an additional language in higher education has been recognized as a challenge for the profession, as evidenced by numerous publications.

To address this challenge, this book brings together innovative research from around the world on how universities, researchers, and practitioners are addressing and developing ICLHE teacher training. The contributions presented in this book reflect different issues that play a fundamental role in the design of effective ICLHE professional development. They provide data and reflections that will hopefully contribute to inform future ICLHE teacher training programs.

The book is organized into four chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of ICLHE teacher training. Chapter 1 provides an overview of the phenomenon of ICLHE and highlights the challenges and opportunities it presents. Chapter 2 explores the role of language in ICLHE teacher training, including language proficiency, language assessment, and language pedagogy. Chapter 3 examines the integration of content and language in ICLHE teaching and learning, including the use of language-based teaching strategies, content-based teaching strategies, and language-learning strategies. Chapter 4 discusses the evaluation of ICLHE teacher training programs, including the use of assessment tools, feedback mechanisms, and professional development opportunities.

This book will be an important resource for academics, researchers, and advanced students of Education and Teacher Training Research and Practice. It will provide insights into the current state of ICLHE teacher training and offer practical strategies and approaches for developing effective ICLHE professional development programs. The chapters are written by experts in the field, and they offer a wealth of knowledge and expertise that will be valuable to practitioners and policymakers alike.

In conclusion, the integration of content and language in higher education is a complex phenomenon that requires a multifaceted approach. This book provides a valuable contribution to the field by bringing together innovative research from around the world on how universities, researchers, and practitioners are addressing and developing ICLHE teacher training. It will be an important resource for academics, researchers, and advanced students of Education and Teacher Training Research and Practice.

Weight: 408g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032550275