University Language Research Articles

ChatGPT and English Language Pedagogy in Nigerian Universities: Sensemaking and Assessments

Technology such as ChatGPT is central to effective instruction in English as a Second Language (ESL) pedagogy. However, language educators and students must have a shared understanding of its prospects to be used successfully in an academic setting. While extant studies have established its proliferation among students, this study investigated the sense-making of language educators as regards ChatGPT and its implications on assessment practices. A descriptive research design of the survey type was adopted for this study. The population of the study were forty-three university language educators and five hundred and five pre-service teachers who were purposively selected from two higher institutions in Ondo State, Nigeria. Self-structured questionnaire titled: Sense-making of ChatGPT among Language Educators Questionnaire (SCLEQ: r = 0.87) and Students’ Utilization of ChatGPT Questionnaire (SUCQ: r = 0.81). Three research questions were answered in this study. Findings revealed that students, to a very great extent, use ChatGPT to ace their essays (¯x=3.7) but then again, there is a gap-in-knowledge regarding its uses among university language educators (¯x=1.8). On the basis of these findings, the study recommended that language educators should get acquainted with AI tool and its applications in ESL pedagogy and also be creative on the best assessment mode given the reality on the ground.

Teaching students to write academic papers through the use of generative artificial intelligence tools

Importance. Currently, there is an increasing use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools in foreign languages teaching, particularly in writing. Generative AI stands out for its ability to provide users with evaluative feedback, which allows students to correct and improve their written work. Some scholars have argued for the inclusion of extracurricular interaction with generative AI in traditional teaching methods in order to utilize its linguistic and didactic potential for revising drafts. However, the effectiveness of these teaching methods has not always been a focus of scientific research. The purpose of the study is to devise a methodology for instructing students in writing in a foreign language, incorporating their extracurricular engagement with one of the instruments of generative AI, which provides feedback. Additionally, it aims to test the efficacy of this approach during experimental instruction.Materials and Methods. The study involved second-year students of the specialty 45.05.01 “Translation and Translation Studies” of Lipetsk State Technical University. The participants of the control group (N = 25) are trained according to the traditional teaching method of writing in a foreign language, which does not involve the use of generative AI tools. The participants of the experimental group (N = 25) used the author’s methodology, which implies their extracurricular interaction with one of the tools of generative AI (ChatGPT 4.0, Criterion, YandexGPT). The aspects of control in the study are the following writing skills: a) writing a business letter; b) writing an essay of a contrastive and comparative nature; c) writing an essay of an argumentative nature; d) writing a film or book review. The Student’s t-test is used as a method of statistical data processing. Results and Discussion. During the experimental training, it is proved that the innovative author’s method of teaching students writing in a foreign language, including extracurricular interaction of students with generative artificial intelligence tools, is more effective than traditional teaching methods in developing students’ writing skills: writing a business letter (t = 3.19 at p = 0.001), writing essays of a contrastive and comparative nature (t = 3.19 at p = 0.002), writing essays of an argumentative nature (t = 2.28 at p = 0.001), writing a film or book review (t = 2.46 at p = 0.001).Conclusion. The novelty of the research lies in the development of a step-by-step methodology for teaching students writing in a foreign language, including extracurricular interaction of students with one of the generative artificial intelligence tools (ChatGPT 4.0, Criterion, YandexGPT). Based on the feedback they received from the AI, the students finalized draft versions of their work. The proposed methodology can be used in teaching students and students writing in a foreign language in secondary schools and universities.

Students' Perceptions of Using ChatGPT for Academic Writing in English

This article explores the perceptions of university students on the use of ChatGPT for academic writing in English. Participants (n = 79) are all students on mandatory English-language courses at a university Language Centre in Finland. They are predominantly first-year bachelor’s degree students from various degree programmes in different faculties. Participants’ insights were collected via a survey that was administered to several intact groups during the autumn semester of 2023. The survey collected quantitative and qualitative data which were analysed and discussed in light of students’ developing academic writing skills in English. The study sheds light on students’ specific uses of the AI-driven tool as well as their perceptions of its impact on not only the writing process and product, but also on their own writing skills. The results indicated that students perceived ChatGPT to have above average usability, a finding which was supported and elucidated by students’ free responses concerning ways in which they have used this technology. Conversely, the reasons that some students had not used it included, amongst others, a lack of need, ethical concerns and doubts about its usefulness. Given the continued development and availability of large language models such as ChatGPT, this research has clear implications for all stakeholders in higher education. In particular, by illustrating how students utilise ChatGPT in their academic writing, the study provides university language teachers with the insights needed to ensure that their course outcomes, content and assessments remain reflective of students’ developing knowledge and study practices.

Ability to Understand German Language Spoken Text Through Musik Media at the German Language Education Studi Program FKIP Unpatti Ambon

Oral-text comprehension is one of the essential conditions that ensure interactive oral communication. Oral texts are not only understood as utterances delivered during oral communication but also in the form of announcements, notifications, discussions through audio media. In German language learning, Hörverstehen material is more focused on oral texts delivered through the media. This study aims to describe whether there is a difference in oral-text comprehension ability before and after using music media in learning. This research is an experiment involving 11 students who attended the B1 Preparation Course at the Pattimura University Language Study Center as participants. The activity began with a pretest and then continued with a treatment using music as a medium and then ended with a post-test. The results analysis show that the application of music as a medium in language learning, especially in understanding spoken text in German, contributes positively to the competence of understanding spoken text. The positive contribution is possible because the application of music in learning can condition two things at once, namely creating joyful learning and habituation of word sounds in song verses in students' hearing. The conclusion is based on the results of statistical calculations which show that the calculation value of t = (5.17) is greater than Ttab (1.81) at a significant level of 0.05. On the basis of this finding, it is hoped that this finding can be used as an alternative in improving the ability to understand German spoken text. Keywords: Oral text comprehension skills, music media, language learning, listening skills

The use of AI in foreign language teaching at universities - one year later

The paper deals with artificial intelligence in foreign language teaching, its potential, opportunities and also threats. The purpose of the study is to find out about the sentiment of foreign language teachers towards artificial intelligence, their experience and the extent to which they have already been trained in this field. In order to achieve these objectives, the authors adopted a mixed approach, where a questionnaire and interviews were used as research tools. Based on the results of the questionnaire survey, we can conclude that no dependence between age and sentiment towards AI has been proved. Also, there is no dependence between training provided by university and teachers ́ sentiment towards AI. On the other hand, there is a dependence between training provided by the language department and teachers´ sentiment towards AI. By now, most university language teachers have not received enough training from their employer and acquire their skills mainly through self-study. They would appreciate continuous training in AI and related fields.

Näkymättömyysviitta ja tuntoisuuskysymys – kielenomistajuus, kehollisuus ja tila kielikeskusopiskelijoiden kertomina

This article examines university students’ experiences with the embodied and spatial aspects of language learning and use, along with the concept of language ownership. Bridging sociolinguistics, cognitive science, and the phenomenology of embodiment, the study is based on 11 thematic interviews with students who have taken at least one language course at a Finnish university language center. Our data illustrates how language users describe their bodily and spatial language experiences. We also demonstrate that language ownership, akin to grounded cognition, exists at the intersection of sensory perception, the external body as the object of perception, and the material and social environment. This research enriches the discussion on language learning environments and practices in higher education, while providing an interdisciplinary perspective on sociolinguistic concepts.

Students' Readiness and Perceptions Towards Unity for Developing a Multimedia Interactive Package

This study investigates students' readiness and perceptions towards using Unity, a development platform, for creating a Multimedia Interactive Package (MIP). With the growing demand for interactive digital content in education, it is crucial to understand students’ readiness and perceptions in engaging with a platform like Unity in developing a language learning application in the form of MIP. The study examines language students' technology readiness as well as their perceptions towards integrating technology into educational content creation. A quantitative approach was employed using a survey to gather data using a set of questionnaires. The sample involved university language students who enrolled in multimedia development courses. Results indicate that while students generally show enthusiasm for using Unity, students faced challenges that may affect their learning experiences. However, the perceived benefits, including enhanced creativity, interactivity, and practical skill development, contribute to a positive overall attitude. The findings suggest that with adequate support and training, Unity can be a valuable tool for developing educational MIPs, promoting both student engagement and technical proficiency.

Strategy for Inserting Thai Culture into Teaching and Learning Management of Teachers and the Perception on Thai Culture among Korean Students Studying Thai as a Foreign Language in Universities in Republic of Korea

This research utilized the combination between quantitative and qualitative researches. The research sample included Thai language course lecturers both Thai and South Korean persons, including 1st-4th year South Korean undergraduate students. The instruments used included the questionnaire on teaching strategy which also included Thai culture to be used in providing instruction on Thai language for South Korean students. The forms of tests assessing the perception on Thai culture of South Korean students. Two interview forms to interview the teachers and South Korean students on their perception and acquisition of Thai culture. The findings reveal the teacher’s opinion on strategy to integrate Thai culture with the instruction on teaching Thai language to South Korean students studying Thai as a foreign language in aspects of integrating Thai language along Thai culture and instructional strategy integrated with Thai culture. The overall outcome reveals that the sample subjects agree mostly with such statement. Concerning the result of the perception on Thai culture of South Korean students, it was found that 14.29% of students had obtained the score at very good level, 70% at good level, 14.29% at moderate level, and 1.43% at minimal level. The average level was of 73.5 scores.

The Implementation of Critical and Creative Thinking in Research-Based Learning for Sustainable Language Education

Objective: This research aims to reveal a concept of Critical and Creative Thinking for Research-based Learning/CCTRbLmin the context of language learning in regards of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4, Quality Education, in the context of strengthening language literacy. Theoretical Framework: Critical and creative thinking on language literacy are pivotal skills for responding to the competitiveness and problems of the 21st century in almost all aspects of life. It is also promoted by SDG program. In correlation with developing learning strategies, effective methods and any strategic plan in improving the quality of education, the syntax of the CCTRbL model, is necessaryly explained in some stages. Method: This research subject is 6 annual reports facilitated by 3 lecturers and enrolled by 134 undergraduate students in English and Indonesian courses. The analysis is done with Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, and Threat (SWOT) to gain the strategic plan for sustaining the quality of college language education. Results and Discussion: The result indicated an aggressive strategic plan, by using strength and opportunity in optimizing the implementation of CCTRbL model. It is easier for teachers to compile and implement learning, including providing meaningful language learning activities. Research Implications: The research implications more on providing insights of how to apply meaningful language llearning model in higher education setting. Originality/Value: The opportunities for collaborative and innovative learning carried out in the classroom have positive impacts in achieving the goals of implementing this model for enhancing higher education language learning in the future.

Innovation and integration: Analysis of research hotspots and frontiers in "Chinese + vocational skills" education—based on bibliometric analysis visualized by citespace

The "Chinese + Vocational Skills" education is a new form of education merging international Chinese education with vocational training. This paradigm has emerged as a focal point in research on international Chinese language education. This article is aimed to effectively dissect the developmental patterns and prevailing research topics on "Chinese + Vocational Skills", by employing CiteSpace, a tool for visualizing scientific data, to analyze pertinent literature spanning the last decade (2013–2023). The analysis offers insights into the overall landscape and evolutionary trajectory of research in this field. The findings therefrom indicate the followings: (1) Research on "Chinese + Vocational Skills" exhibits certain interdisciplinary characteristics, with an overall trend of rapid growth in research literature, but a relatively small volume of high-quality core literature. (2) "International Chinese Language Education", "Vocational Education", "Chinese + Vocational Skills", and the "Belt and Road" are current research hotspots in this field. "Chinese +",Chinese for Specific Purpose, demand analysis, and vocational skills serve as important turning points for research on "Chinese + Vocational Skills". (3) Research topics related to "Chinese + Vocational Skills" mainly concentrate on four aspects: international Chinese language education, vocational education, talent cultivation, as well as regions and countries, yet disparities of research endeavors exist across these fields. (4) The research frontier of the field mainly focuses on international Chinese language education, "Chinese + Vocational Skills", international vocational education on Chinese language in vocational colleges, and internationalization of Chinese language. Addressing contemporary demands, research in "Chinese + Vocational Skills" needs to align with global economic trends, cater to the actual needs for talent with such skills, and further enhance understanding from various perspectives including educational models, national demands, and internationalization efforts, thus fortifying the capacity of "Chinese + Vocational Skills" education to serve the development of industries.

Promoting Language Learning and Social Inclusion in British and Irish Language Centres

As part of an integrated approach to promoting quality education, diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds as well as inclusive modalities must be considered as key indicators and be incorporated into educational programs (Council of Europe, 2020). This paper investigates how British and Irish University Language Centres present their services, facilities, and language courses to university students and the community in general. The main focus of this study is to understand which factors University Language Centres are emphasizing to foster “inward” and “outward” inclusive education for an effective participation in society. For this purpose, the content and language of a corpus of University Language Centre websites are examined in order to understand how universities are working towards a more multilingual, inclusive, and integrated community. In particular, the data collected refer to specific issues which signal the openness of the centres to welcome diversity and provide learners with the skills and tools to enter a new and more respectful world. As part of the study, we explore the way facilities for students with learning differences and sign language courses are signposted in the context of a broader integration (Heslinga & Nevenglosky, 2012).

Internationalisation at home: Creating an equitable virtual space for language learning

ABSTRACT This study investigates the impact of telecollaborative practices grounded in internationalisation at home (IaH) on foreign or additional language learning and intercultural understanding. Two higher education institutions (HEIs) from Taiwan and Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ) collaboratively re-innovate a virtual learning space to facilitate equitable access to intercultural communication experiences for first-year university language learners. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through student e-portfolios, social networking sites, and reflections to evaluate the effectiveness of the telecollaborative learning design in achieving its goals. Findings demonstrated that the telecollaborative practices not only afforded students opportunities to practice with peers from native-language countries but also prompted them to strengthen their sense of belonging and identity as their intercultural knowledge broadened and deepened. Future research is suggested to explore the potential impact of IaH initiatives on a broader range of tertiary students.

Learning Strategies for Chinese as Foreign Language Learners in College: A Qualitative Study

Embarking on the journey of learning Chinese as a foreign language in college entails grappling with a myriad of distinctive challenges, ranging from navigating its intricate writing system to mastering its tonal pronunciation and unraveling its rich cultural nuances. In this complex landscape of language acquisition, comprehending the nuanced learning strategies wielded by Chinese foreign language learners becomes paramount. These strategies not only illuminate the pathways to effective teaching but also hold the key to enhancing student outcomes. Despite the burgeoning interest in Chinese language education, there exists a conspicuous dearth of qualitative studies delving into the intricacies of learning strategies within college settings. To address this gap, this study adopts a qualitative research paradigm, employing semi-structured interviews as its methodological backbone. Through these interviews, the study endeavors to excavate profound insights into the diverse repertoire of learning strategies embraced by Chinese foreign language learners in the collegiate milieu. At its core, the study's primary objective is twofold: to meticulously explore and rigorously analyze the spectrum of learning strategies woven into the fabric of Chinese foreign language learning at the college level. By peering into the multifaceted approaches employed by students, the study aspires to engender a nuanced comprehension of effective pedagogical methodologies. Moreover, the findings are poised to serve as a compass, guiding the design and implementation of tailored language learning interventions tailored to the unique needs and aspirations of Chinese language learners in college environments.

ИННОВАЦИОННАЯ ПАРАДИГМА В КОНТЕКСТЕ ВЫСШЕГО ТЕХНИЧЕСКОГО ОБРАЗОВАНИЯ

The purpose of the article is to describe the experience of using the technology of developing critical thinking in the practical course of the Russian language in the technical university. The article considers efficient ways of applying elements of technology of critical thinking development in practical classes in the Russian language. The classification technology of critical thinking development techniques carried out by the authors, which is based on three phases of learning, gradually replacing each other ("challenge — comprehension — reflection"), is successfully used in university practice. In technology of critical thinking development, the ability to work with questions occupy an important place. Technology of critical thinking development is focused on the questions which develops the mental activity of students. During reflection, students analyze the received information, exchange opinions, justify their point of view. At this stage, it is advisable to turn the acquired information into written form, since in the process of verbalization, new information is comprehended. In this aspect, it is important to instill in students the ability to summarize information. The use of technology of critical thinking development techniques in practical classes of the Russian language makes it possible to make students' educational activities more creative and productive. The organization of such classes, characterized by a certain logic of construction and sequence of combinations of specific tasks, develops the communicative competence of learners, teaches them to read thoughtfully and immerse themselves in information, organize and analyze information, define and solve problems, deal with a notion, conduct reasoned discussion, interpret, creatively process new information, reflect. The use of technology of critical thinking development techniques in Russian language classes contributes to the formation of students' skills to determine the value of an idea based on a critical and objective consideration of arguments.

English Language and Career Development in African Higher Education: An Overview

The internationalization of higher education in most countries is linked to the “global interests” that supplement the supremacy of the English language above academic research functions including conventional research and publications. This paper aims to (1) describe the rationale behind the adoption of the English language in higher education, and (2) to understand the relationship between the English language and career development at African universities. This overview article analyzed relevant resources sourced from databases such as Scopus, Google Scholar, and Web of Science from January 2022 to July 2022 using the PQRS framework as an analytical tool. The analysis of the academic resources identified five main reasons for the adoption of the English language adoption in African universities: ideology, institutional integration, the knowledge society; globalization, and financial dependence. However, there are diverse views about the effect of the English language and career development in universities in Portuguese-speaking countries such as Mozambique. The paper concludes with challenges of English adoption and improvement of language policy schemes for research and publication in a Portuguese-speaking university.

Empowering voices: A deep dive into translanguaging perceptions among Turkish high school and university language learners

This study explores the perceptions of translanguaging among high school and university foreign language students in Turkey using a mixed-methods research design. 325 participants, comprising 155 high school and 170 university students, were surveyed to understand how translanguaging practices impact language learning, cultural integration, and academic performance. The study is grounded in Translanguaging Theory, Sociocultural Theory, and Pedagogical Translanguaging, emphasizing the fluid use of students' linguistic repertoires in language education. The findings reveal significant differences in perceptions based on gender, educational level, and age, highlighting the need for tailored translanguaging strategies to support diverse learner needs. This research contributes to the growing body of literature on translanguaging by providing empirical evidence from the Turkish educational context, offering insights into optimizing language teaching practices in multilingual settings.

Formation of professionally oriented lexical competence among students of non-linguistic universities in the training program «Technosphere Safety»: a case study of the English language course

Modern methods of teaching foreign languages in non-linguistic universities are determined by the need to effectively combine language and professional training that meets the requirements of the Federal State Educational Standard of Higher Education (FSES HE). The key goal of this system is to develop students’ skills in understanding professionally-oriented information and developing the competence to communicate in a foreign language in professional situations.The article discusses issues related to the formation of professionally oriented lexical competence among students of the Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution of Higher Education «Maikop State Technological University» in the training program «Technosphere Safety». The study emphasizes the relevance of the topic, since when studying a professional foreign language it is impossible to develop lexical competence without the ability to work with thesaurus in one’s professional field.The goal of the research is to clarify the methods of developing professionally-oriented lexical competence among students of non-linguistic universities in the training program 20.03.01 «Technosphere Safety» in the process of reading texts in the specialty in English. The extent to which it is necessary to select lexical material and compile an individual thesaurus with a professional focus is assessed, which allows students to better understand professional texts, expand their vocabulary and accurately use professional terminology.Professionally oriented texts were the research material; linguistic and lexical units were analyzed, the skill of developing lexical competence among students was practiced.The research is based on complex research methods, consisting of theoretical methods (deductive analysis, method of statistical work with lexical material, comparative analysis) and empirical methods (observation method and data analysis).As a result of the research, a strategy for working on vocabulary when reading professionally oriented texts has been proposed, and the most effective exercises for developing lexical competence among students in the training program «Technosphere Safety» have been identified.Key conclusions: the formation of professionally oriented lexical competence among students of non-linguistic universities when working with foreign language texts on the topic «Technosphere Security» helps to analyze the information received and to form lexical competence and the skill of using an individual terminological thesaurus in the professional field, expanding the vocabulary in the specialty.

Study of Cultural and National Specifics of Russian and Kazakh Phraseological Phrases in University Language Classes

The article is devoted to the study of Russian and Kazakh phraseological units, which are products of linguistic folk consciousness as the materialization of the experience of generations and individual representatives of the ethnic group. It is revealed that the phraseological fund of a language records and reflects the social and cultural experience of a particular community, and is reflected both in the universal, common to all humanity, and in the unique, national-cultural picture of the world. The conceptual and phraseological aspect of the study of stable phrases through the national cultural code is highlighted in the light of modern linguocultural research, and a comparative description of phraseological units of the Kazakh and Russian languages is provided. The expediency of conducting experimental studies (questionnaires) is substantiated to reveal the degree of assimilation of phraseological units by recipients and the effectiveness of their use in speech. An educational longread has been created as a tool for digital linguodidactics in the study of Russian and Kazakh phraseological units, effective methods for introducing phraseological units into speech have been selected. The materials presented in the article can contribute to the construction of a productive intercultural dialogue, in which it is important not only to understand the language of another people, but also to master the cultural values of this people, perceive their national specifics, and assimilate those components that make up the national cultural code of the picture of the world under study.

Reviewer Acknowledgements for World Journal of English Language, Vol. 15, No. 1

World Journal of English Language wishes to acknowledge the following individuals for their assistance with peer review of manuscripts for this issue. Their help and contributions in maintaining the quality of the journal are greatly appreciated.World Journal of English Language is recruiting reviewers for the journal. If you are interested in becoming a reviewer, we welcome you to join us. Please contact us for the application form at: wjel@sciedupress.comReviewers for Volume 15, Number 1Abderrazak Zaafour, Almería University, SpainAby John, RUDN University, IndiaAhmad Qabaha, An-Najah National University, PalestineAntonio Piga, University of Cagliari, ItalyAravind B R, Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, IndiaAtyaf Hasan Ibrahim, Al Iraqia University, IraqAyman Khafaga, Suez Canal University, EgyptBadri Abdulhakim Mudhsh, University of Technology and Applied Sciences, OmanBeibei Ren, University of South Florida, USACarol Kingston, Spicer Adventist University, IndiaChahra BELOUFA, Arab Open University, Saudi ArabiaChristian Jay Olandria Syting, University of Mindanao, PhilippinesFatma Abusrewel, The University of Tripoli, LibyaGhazwan Mohammed Saeed Mohammed, University of Bisha, Saudi ArabiaHan Van Ho, Nguyen Tat Thanh University, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet NamHerman, Universitas HKBP Nommensen Pematangsiantar, IndonesiaHussain Hamid Ali Ghazzaly, Al-Azhar University, EgyptInayatullah Kakepoto, Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering Science & Technology, Nawabshah, PakistanIsmat Jabeen, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi ArabiaJamal Uthman Nogoud, University of Buraimi, OmanJergen Jel A. Cinco- Labaria, Western Philippines University, PhilippinesJoohoon Kang, Korea National University of Transportation, South KoreaKanthimathi Krishnasamy, Shrimathi Devkunvar Nanalal Bhatt Vaishnav College for Women, IndiaKaya özçelik, Atılım University, TurkeyKenan Yerli, Sakarya University, TurkeyKhadija Alamoudi, King Abdulaziz University, Saudi ArabiaKristiawan Indriyanto, Universitas Prima Indonesia, IndonesiaL. Santhosh Kumar, Kristu Jayanti College (Autonomous), IndiaLeila Lomashvili, Shawnee State University, USALuqman Rababah, Jadara University, JordanMaria Isabel Maldonado Garcia, University of the Punjab, PakistanMaroua Benhamlaoui, University of Fréres Mentouri- Constantine 1, AlgeriaMohamad Fadhili bin Yahaya, Universiti Teknologi Mara Perlis Branch, MalaysiaMorteza Amirsheibani, Tashkent Institute of Economics and Pedagogy (TIPI), UzbekistanMuhammad Farkhan, Universitas Islam Negeri Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, IndonesiaMuhammad Mooneeb Ali, HED punjab, PakistanMuhammed Ibrahim Hamood, University of Mosul, IraqMundi Rahayu , Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, IndonesiaMusa Saleh, Qimam Al-Ulum Institute for Languages, Saudi ArabiaNitin Malhotra, Amity University Madhya Pradesh, IndiaNuriadi Nuriadi, University of Mataram, IndonesiaP. Jayakumar, St. Joseph’s College of Engineering, IndiaPatsawut Sukserm, Chulalongkorn University Language Institute (CULI), ThailandPhyll Jhann Gildore, UNIVERSITY OF MINDANAO, PhilippinesPrincess H. Policarpio, Angeles University Foundation, PhilippinesR.Subhashini, Saveetha Engineering College (Affiliated to Anna University), IndiaRajesh K, Sri Sairam Engineering College, IndiaRamesh Manickkam, Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, IndiaS. Priya, Subbalakshmi Lakshmipathy College of Science, IndiaS. Sakthivel, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, IndiaS. V. Dhanawade, Vivekanand College (Autonomous) Kolhapur, IndiaSafi Mahmoud Mahfouz, The University of Jordan, Aqaba, JordanSaif Ali Abbas Jumaah, University of Mosul, IraqSamikshya1 Bidari, Hosei University, JapanSantri Djahimo, Nusa Cendana University, IndonesiaŞenel, Müfit, 19 Mayıs University, TurkeyServais Dieu-Donné Yédia DADJO, University of Abomey-Calavi, BeninShehr Bano Zaidi, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, PakistanSohaib Alam, College of Sciences and Humanities, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, Saudi ArabiaSonthaya Rattanasak, Rajamangala University of Technology Suvarnabhumi, ThailandTelal Mirghani Khalid, Ministry of Education and Higher Education, QatarWafa Nouari, University of Mostefa Benboulaid, Batna 2, AlgeriaWahaj Unnisa Warda, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Saudi ArabiaYi-Zhen Chang, National Taipei University of Business, Taiwan

ON THE WAY WITH FRAMEWORK CURRICULA TOWARDS FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHING AT NON-PHILOLOGICAL FACULTIES FROM TOMORROW

The aim of our contribution is to show how the framework curricula for the teaching of German and foreign languages which were developed in ten countries during a project for cross-curricular university language education in the period 1998-2014 can support teachers, even under difficult circumstances such as during the pandemic. The holistic approach of these curricula leads teachers to create teaching materials which allow their students to enjoy learning and to develop not only their linguistic, but also methodological, social and personal competences relevant to their future careers. Teaching examples from online classes at Bocconi University (Italy) and hybrid classes at the University in Novi Sad, (Serbia) are presented, which prove that the motivation and creativity of learners, who often perceive professional and technical language as something dry and overly factual, can be stimulated by appropriate working methods and targeted teaching materials. Appropriate teaching materials can be created for German classes as well as for any other foreign language classes, since the indications of principles, objectives, contents and procedures contained in the framework curricula are cross-linguistic and are not bound to the teaching of a single language, although they have been written in German by German lecturers.