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Strategies for Effective Integration of Non-Native English Speakers in University Classes

This workshop by Yunju Choi explores challenges faced by Non-Native English Speakers (NNES) in higher education settings and offers practical suggestions to enhance their academic performance and social integration. Topics covered include communication difficulties, language barriers, and strategies for successful group work. Participants will gain insights into supporting NNES students for improved learning outcomes.

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Strategies for Effective Integration of Non-Native English Speakers in University Classes

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  1. Successfully Integrating NNES into CSU Classes Professional Development Institute Workshop Yunju Choi April, 2nd, 2013. from S. Korea majored in English lang. & lit., taught English for years in Korea in Adult Education & Training program

  2. Successfully Integrating NNES into CSU Classes • Communication Difficulties • Reading: a lot of reading • Listening: used to focus on details not main ideas • Speaking: accuracy vs. fluency, miss chances to involve in a conversation • Writing: lack of practices for academic writing, plagiarism, paraphrasing, organization • Cause stress and frustration

  3. Successfully Integrating NNES into CSU Classes • Communication Difficulties (cont.) • cultural inferences, idioms, slangs, jokes • abbreviation. ex: TBA • among NNES having various L1 • Advice • clarify if necessary. ex: write down • provide references, short explanation for NNES

  4. Successfully Integrating NNES into CSU Classes When NNES seems to not understand • During conversation • speak slowly & simply • with key words • In class • use visual aids ex) ppt, subtitle • provide handouts

  5. Successfully Integrating NNES into CSU Classes Group work • Building social skills • lead meetings • share ideas • reduce conflicts • negotiate meanings • work toward improvements • make friends

  6. Successfully Integrating NNES into CSU Classes Group work (cont.) • Building communication skills • involve in discussion • seek clarification • participate actively • prepare for presentation

  7. Successfully Integrating NNES into CSU Classes Group work (cont.) • intervene group creating • mix NES & NNES • respect & consider individual differences • suggest assigning responsibility ex: ppt. making • allow preparation time • monitor group work process • ask reflection how each contributed to group work

  8. Successfully Integrating NNES into CSU Classes Thank you so much!

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