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Even more things to do in Oxford
In this third post of the Oxford series, members of the Oxford EMI team share some more of their favourite things to do, see and taste in and around the university city. While just 18 square miles, Oxford is full of places to see and things to do to keep the locals and visitors busy,…
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Key EMI takeaways from IATEFL 2026
Simon Dunton reflects on his key EMI takeaways from the IATEFL 2026 conference. This year, Brighton hosted the International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language (IATEFL) conference. This brought together teachers, trainers and educators from around the world to share ideas on all things related to Teaching English as a Foreign Language,…
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EAP teacher support is key to TNE success: Takeaways from BALEAP PIM
The Oxford EMI team were delighted to present on EMI and the changing role of EAP teachers at this one-day conference in March 2026. Adventures in Yorkshire – from Leeds to Sheffield Having presented at the University of Leeds in October 2025, the Oxford EMI team were pleased to return to their Yorkshire neighbours –…
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Award winning EMI pedagogy in Japan
In this post, we highlight the award-winning achievement of Oxford EMI course participant Professor Takashi Nozu of Waseda University, Japan. In the world of English Medium Instruction (EMI), we naturally focus on how to transition from teaching in a first language (L1) to teaching in English. However, one of the markers of a successful pedagogical…
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EMI collaboration between the UK and Viet Nam: Oxford EMI and UEH
Oxford EMI signs a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam. Oxford EMI is delighted to announce that we have officially deepened our partnership with the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH), Viet Nam. This landmark collaboration was formalised on Friday March 27th through the signing…
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More things to do in Oxford
In this second post of a series on Oxford, members of the Oxford EMI team share some more of their favourite things to see and do in and around The City of Dreaming Spires. While some of the Oxford EMI team call Oxford home, others spent time here as students, or regularly visit the city…
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Group work in EMI classes
In this post, we explore why group work is a powerful tool for learning on English Taught Programmes, including EMI and TNE contexts. In any EMI class, students will be working towards the dual aims of learning the subject content of the class (e.g. biology, engineering, law, literature) and developing their English language skills. This…
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Things to do in Oxford
In this first of a series of posts on Oxford, members of the Oxford EMI team share some of their inside knowledge of things to see and do in and around the university city. Oxford is more than just a university city – it’s a living museum where golden-stone architecture and centuries of history meet vibrant modern…
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Exploring the challenges EMI lecturers face: In conversation with Dr. Ben Beaumont
In this post, we talk with Dr. Ben Beaumont, an expert in teacher education and pedagogy, about his doctoral thesis ‘Exploring the Effects of English as a Medium of Instruction in Higher Education: The Impact on Lecturers’ Habitus’ Interviewer: So, Dr. Beaumont, what did you want to explore in this research project? Dr. Beaumont: I wanted to…
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Oxford EMI in 2025: In conversation with Julie Dearden
As 2025 draws to a close, we sat down with Oxford EMI Director, Julie Dearden, to reflect on a year of international collaboration, professional development, and educational excellence in English Medium Instruction. 2025 has been a busy year for Oxford EMI. What have been some of the highlights for you? As you say, we’ve had…
