Translanguaging strategies with pre-service EFL teachers in EMI classrooms: An emic perspective

Authors : Serdar TEKİN

Pages : 1242-1257

Doi:10.29000/rumelide.1342277

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Publication Date : 2023-08-21

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Translanguaging has recently gained widespread acceptance as an effective approach to learning and teaching across various contexts, leading to a surge in research interest. Nevertheless, investigations into translanguaging within English-medium instruction contexts remain relatively scarce. This study aims to delve into the translanguaging strategies of a teacher educator, the evolution of these strategies over time, and the educator\`s sentiments regarding their use of translanguaging. Through the analysis of audio recordings of classes and reflective notes, the study reveals that translanguaging was strategically employed for primarily three purposes: explanation, individual feedback, and encouragement. These applications facilitated successful conveyance of meaning and the maintenance of a natural conversational flow. Furthermore, the study illustrates that translanguaging was employed to varying degrees in teaching lesson objectives, accompanied by a sense of contentment. The findings underscore the significance of teachers engaging in reflective practice and provide a point of reference to mitigate any potential negative emotions arising from the use of translanguaging.
Keywords : translanguaging, English as medium of instruction EMI, , reflective teaching, emic perspective