EAP Programme | CAES ETI

Professional Development Programme in
Teaching English for Academic Purposes (EAP)

The programme provides participants with a good foundation and solid understanding of the current principles and practices of teaching and learning in the field of English for Academic Purposes. It offers participants a unique opportunity to meet professional EAP teachers, develop professional networks and advance their pedagogical knowledge and teaching skills.

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First of its kind in Asia

Studying at a leading centre in English language education at one of the top global universities

Interactive, practical and reflective workshops

Small group teaching by highly qualified and experienced CAES teachers and teacher educators in the field of EAP teaching, scholarship and research

Grounding in pedagogical theory with plenty of practical teaching ideas

Gaining insights into teaching and learning EAP in a world-class university

Emphasising EAP curricula and materials currently in use

Opportunities to evaluate and develop EAP teaching materials and lesson plans with feedback from peers and CAES teachers

Unique opportunities to observe classes, reflect and discuss with peers and CAES teachers

Engagement in an online learning platform with EAP references, resources and materials and a community of learning among participants

Awarding a certificate of completion of Professional Development Programme in Teaching English for Academic Purposes

What are the aims of the Programme?

Promote and improve EAP teaching competence, extend pedagogical innovation among participants and foster teacher continuing professional development

Provide tailor-made training and bring cutting-edge knowledge and practices to participants by combining international expertise with local experience

Enhance participants’ skills in planning lessons and developing materials for students in an EAP context

Integrate pedagogical theory and teaching practice

Update and extend participants’ academic literacy knowledge together with their teaching approaches and research awareness to enhance their course design and teaching practice

What contents does the Programme cover?

The programme covers the following key areas in EAP teaching:

Teaching EAP in higher education

EAP principles, pedagogy and practice

EAP learner needs analysis and motivation

EAP course design, materials development and assessment

Teaching and assessing academic writing and critical reading

Teaching and assessing academic speaking and listening

Teaching academic vocabulary

Technology-enhanced EAP teaching, learning and assessment

Who is the Programme for?

The programme is suitable for participants from a wide variety of backgrounds, both experienced and inexperienced practitioners who:

Wish to be inspired to enhance their skills and knowledge in teaching EAP
Are currently teaching in higher education but would like to specialise in EAP
Would like to advance themselves as EAP leaders in their institutions
Wish to teach EAP in higher education
Are doing or have completed an MA in TESOL, ELT or Applied Linguistics and would like to learn about the teaching of EAP
Teach in high school and are preparing their students for higher education

When and where will the Programme take place?

This is a 35-hour, one-week, intensive programme scheduled from 3 to 7 June 2024 (Monday - Friday) to take place at The University of Hong Kong's Centennial Campus.

There are timetabled sessions in the morning and afternoon every day of the programme. All the sessions will be conducted in face-to-face format. In some evenings, you may be asked to complete reflective and preparatory tasks.

What activities does the Programme cover?

The programme also provides opportunities for:

Observations of EAP classes and discussion with experienced teachers

Materials development or lesson planning working in groups with teacher support

Presentations or demonstrations with peer and teacher feedback

Sharing experiences and reflections on learning and continuing professional development

Joining a seminar on a current EAP topic by an invited speaker

Professional and social networking

A tour of the HKU campus

Application and Fee

Deadline: 3 May 2024

Fee: HKD 8,500

Payment method: By credit card

Points to note:

You need to pay the programme fee online through the University payment system. You will receive confirmation of payment direct to your email for your records.
Application will only be confirmed upon receipt of payment.
NO REFUND can be made for applicants who are unable to attend.
Participants are required to arrange their own accommodation.

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