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TAIWANESE COLLEGE STUDENTS’ ATTITUDES AND PERCEPTIONS TOWARDS EMI COURSES

Ching-Ying Lin

Assistant Professor, Department of Applied English, National Pingtung University, Pingtung City, Taiwan (R.O.C) 

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Tzu-Yao Lin

   Assistant Professor, Department of Tourism Management, Nanhua University, 

Chayi County, Taiwan (R.O.C) / Department of Leisure and Sport Management, Cheng Shiu University, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan (R.O.C)

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Xiang Ni Zhao

Department of Applied English, National Pingtung University, Pingtung City, Taiwan (R.O.C)

Wei-Hsiung Chang

(Corresponding Author)

 Professor, Department of Tourism Management, Nanhua University, 

Chayi County, Taiwan (R.O.C) 

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Abstract

With the ongoing trend of globalization, Taiwan's push for bilingual policies has increased the demand for English, prompting university professors to seek effective teaching methods. This study investigates Taiwanese university students' views on and the effectiveness of English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) courses. It focuses on two aspects: (1) the main challenges students face in EMI programs and how institutions support their language and academic needs; (2) the extent to which EMI courses enhance students' English proficiency. The study involved 201 students, including 123 English majors and 78 non-English majors. Data were collected through an online questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS software. Results show that most students highly rate the learning outcomes of EMI courses, believing they significantly improve English listening and speaking skills. Compared to English courses taught in Chinese, fully English-taught courses have a more pronounced effect on non-native speakers. However, many non-English majors find these courses challenging and believe there is room for curriculum improvement. In conclusion, EMI courses should be widely implemented in language learning and continuously refined to enhance student motivation and effectiveness. Regular updates to teaching methods are essential to meet diverse student needs, promoting overall progress in the learning environment.

Keywords: English as a foreign language, EMI (English as a Medium of Instruction), self-efficacy, student learning outcomes.