Technological University Students' Efforts in English-Medium Instruction (EMI) Classes

Technological University Students' Efforts in English-Medium Instruction (EMI) Classes

In the wake of globalization and the increasing need for cross-cultural competencies, the National Development Council and the Ministry of Education in Taiwan (2023) have articulated a bold bilingual policy aimed at enhancing young professionals' English proficiency and international competitiveness. At the forefront of this educational revolution, the Ministry of Education (2022) has championed the implementation of English-Medium Instruction (EMI) within higher education institutions. This initiative is designed to augment students' English language capabilities, broaden their international outlook, and sharpen their competitive edge on the global stage.
Scholarly inquiries have delved into various facets of EMI, such as students' learning hurdles (Hua, 2019), pedagogical strategies (Huang, 2012), assessment methodologies (Chung & Lo, 2021), learners' attitudes (Wu, 2006), and the affordances of EMI environments (Huang & Jhuang, 2015).