Advanced Professional Program in English-Medium Instruction (APPEMI) APPEMI is a professional development program designed for higher education instructors whose native language is not English, but who use English to teach courses in their subject areas. The program welcomes instructors of all experience levels and disciplinary backgrounds. The overarching academic goal of APPEMI is to assist participants to develop skill in current English-medium instruction methodologies. At the same time, participants enhance the oral and written language necessary to teach their courses using English.

An Award-Winning Program In 2016, APPEMI received a national award for program excellence from the Canadian Association for University Continuing Education. The award recognized APPEMI’s innovative approaches, value and service to stakeholders, and enhancement of continuing education at the University of Alberta and within the community.

Program Structure There are eight courses in APPEMI. They have been carefully crafted to provide participants with a theoretical foundation in English-medium instruction while providing opportunities to apply this theory to classroom practice. Each 13-hour course focuses on a specific aspect of teaching in an English-medium instructional context. APPEMI instructors use a Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) teaching approach. This approach helps participants to learn course concepts and improve the oral and written English necessary for success in each APPEMI course. Additional English language support is available on request. APPEMI course offerings can be customized to meet the particular needs of participants.

The University of Alberta

The English Language School

Founded in 1908, the University of Alberta ranks 96th among teaching and research universities in the world. The University has more than 39,000 students and 15,000 faculty and staff members. There are close to 400 undergraduate, graduate and professional programs offered by 18 faculties.

Founded in 1973, the English Language School at the University of Alberta is known internationally for providing a high standard of instruction to students whose first language is other than English. This excellent standard of teaching is maintained by a team of qualified and experienced instructional staff who deliver courses using modern teaching approaches, resources, and state-of-the-art technology.

Created, in the words of our first president, Dr. Henry Marshall Tory, “for the uplifting of the whole people,” we are committed to inspiring the human spirit through outstanding achievements in learning, discovery, and citizenship, as well as building one of the world’s greatest universities for the public good.

Faculty of Extension The Faculty of Extension is dedicated to professional development activities that encourage and promote leadership, discovery, reflection, communication, and service. It delivers more than 700 courses to 8,500 students. Extension has also emerged as a world leader in the Scholarship of Engagement, which is an academic domain that ties our historical mission with the vision for the future of the University of Alberta at large.

In 2014, ELS offered 315 course sections to a student population of more than 2,100. The total number of course registrations exceeded 5,000.

COURSES Program Cost APPEMI is intended for groups of instructors organized by universities, consortiums, or other agencies. It is not open to individual registrants. The program cost of APPEMI varies according to location, participant numbers, and optional language support courses. For example, a 4-week program delivered in Edmonton for a group of 10 participants is CAD $3,750 per participant. This program cost does not include travel, accommodation, or personal spending. APPEMI can be customized to the needs of the cohort or delivered off site which would be reflected in the cost.

English Language Proficiency Requirement The requirement for admission into this program is a minimum score of 70 iBT™ TOEFL® or 5.5 IELTS™. If the above scores are not available, a language assessment for each individual wanting to begin the program will be conducted by the University of Alberta.

EXTL 5714: Introduction to English-medium Instruction This course will give participants the theoretical foundation on which to base their understanding and practice of teaching and learning in Englishmedium instruction contexts. Topics will include how students learn; an introduction to the concepts of student-centred learning and active learning; and differences and similarities between teaching and learning in a native language and in English. EXTL 5713: English for Teaching Purposes This course focuses on the specific disciplinary terminology and general academic language necessary for teaching content in EMI contexts. Participants will also be introduced to strategies for assisting their students to learn and use specialized vocabulary in English. EXTL 5709: Intercultural Dimensions of Teaching and Learning in Englishmedium Instruction Contexts The growing presence of international students in EMI contexts challenges educators to interact effectively with students from diverse cultural backgrounds. This course will help participants to understand the theoretical and practical dimensions of intercultural competence, intercultural pedagogy, and discipline-specific intercultural differences.

EXTL 5715: Facilitating Student Participation in English-medium Instruction Contexts This course will assist participants to consider their students’ reasons for engagement and nonengagement in their classes, and strategies for more fully fostering participation. According to participant needs and interests, topics may include question-posing strategies; facilitating student engagement in large classes; planning effective group work; and providing alternatives to oral participation. EXTL 5710: Teaching with Technology in Higher Education The purpose of this course is to consider how technologies can facilitate active and interactive learning in higher education. Participants will examine the benefits and challenges of using a variety of technology-supported course delivery models, strategies, and tools, and their application in international contexts.

EXTL 5706: Instructional Design Basics for Higher Education Contexts This course will focus on the components of effective instructional design for the higher education classroom. Using the principles of constructive alignment, participants will gain experience in writing appropriate learning outcomes, designing engaging learning activities and assessing student learning. EXTL 5707: Lesson Planning in Theory and Practice This course will build on the basics of instructional design discussed in EXTL 5706 and observations of higher education lessons. Participants will be introduced to various lesson planning models, and to the concept of emergent lesson design and the teachable moment, with the goal of applying these to the design of individual lessons. EXTL 5708: Teaching Practice This course gives participants the opportunity to teach a mini-lesson, using the lesson plan developed in EXTL 5707. Participants will offer feedback to each other, and engage in self-reflection on their lesson.

Program Delivery Options Option 1: At the University of Alberta campus in Edmonton APPEMI is normally delivered during summer (July-August) or fall (September-December) terms. However, alternate schedules can be developed to accommodate cohorts from a single institution or association. Social, cultural, and team building activities designed to enhance enjoyment and understanding of Canadian culture can also be included in the program.

Option 2: At a location outside Canada Intended for groups of instructors (up to 30 individuals) from a single university or a number of universities with similar cultures, APPEMI can be customized to meet the needs of individual groups and delivered at an appropriate learning site anywhere in the world. For further information, please email us at: [email protected]

Housing in Edmonton Participants are responsible for the arrangement and cost of their own housing needs. For information regarding University of Alberta’s accommodation on campus: UAlberta Conference Services (Lister Centre) www.asinfo.ualberta.ca/en/ConferenceServices Email: [email protected] [email protected] Phone: 1-780-492-4242 1-780-492-9300 For information regarding housing options in the city of Edmonton: www.rentingspaces.ca

The City of Edmonton Edmonton is the vibrant capital of the Province of Alberta. With about 1.2 million residents, Edmonton offers a variety of annual attractions such as the International Fringe Festival and the Street Performers Festival to tourists from around the world. In 2015, National Geographic Magazine named Edmonton one of the best international summer destinations. The city also hosts world-class sporting events, concerts, and cultural festivals throughout the year. Our proximity to the Canadian Rockies and the beautiful Alberta sky make Edmonton the epitome of an urban centre set in the beautiful Prairies, with much to offer during all seasons.