English for Global Communication
Research Field
Currently, Dr. In Fan-Yu is the Deputy Chair of the Department of English for Global Communication at Hungkuang University. Dr. In has created and taught six English-only MOOC courses sponsored by Ministry of Education, Taiwan.
2015: Culinary English
2016: Taiwanese Literary Stories and Culture
2018: Funny Wordplay: Various Translation Skills
2019: Western Literature and Interdisciplinary ESP
2020: Alcoholic Drinks and Literature
2022: E-commerce and Daily Shopping English
2023: Workplace Trilingualism
2024: Map English for Business and Ticketing
The Lab of English for Global Communication is typically a specialized environment designed to enhance English language skills for students, professionals, or learners aiming to improve their ability to communicate effectively in a global context. Such a lab may offer a range of tools and activities focused on developing proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English, with an emphasis on real-world communication.
The lab might include:
1. Interactive Learning Tools: Software, apps, and online resources that allow learners to practice their language skills in simulated global communication scenarios.
2. Cultural Awareness: Programs to familiarize learners with cultural nuances and communication styles across English-speaking countries.
3. Co-teaching Activities: Two or three teachers in collaborative tasks, discussions, or presentations to encourage teamwork and English usage in social and professional contexts.
4. Assessment and Feedback: Regular tests and personalized feedback to track progress and improve areas of weakness.
The goal of such a lab is to provide learners with the tools, confidence, and skills necessary to communicate effectively in an increasingly interconnected world where English serves as a common language across diverse cultures and industries.
The Lab of English for Global Communication* offers a dynamic and multifaceted approach to improving English proficiency in real-world contexts. Given the nature of its focus, various research topics can be explored within this context. Some of these topics might include:
1. Effectiveness of Interactive Learning Tools
- How do digital platforms, apps, and software enhance the learning experience for students of different ages and backgrounds?
- Analyzing the role of gamified learning tools in maintaining learner engagement and motivation in global communication.
- The impact of AI-based language learning technologies on fluency and comprehension.
2. Cultural Sensitivity in Global Communication
- The importance of understanding cultural differences in international communication and how it affects language learning.
- Exploring how cultural competency training in English labs helps reduce communication barriers in multicultural settings.
- Strategies to teach English learners how to navigate cultural nuances in verbal and non-verbal communication.
3. Co-Teaching and Collaborative Learning Models
- Investigating the effectiveness of co-teaching strategies in improving English communication skills in a globalized context.
- How collaborative learning with multiple teachers impacts students’ understanding and use of English in professional and social settings.
- Benefits and challenges of team-based teaching approaches in improving learner outcomes for global communication.
4. Assessing English Language Proficiency in Real-World Contexts
- The design and impact of personalized feedback on language learners’ communication skills and progress.
- Analyzing how standardized assessments measure communication proficiency in practical global settings.
- Investigating alternative assessment models that focus on real-world communication tasks and scenarios.
5. Communication Strategies for Professional Contexts
- Researching the specific communication strategies required for global business communication and their role in the English lab setting.
- The role of academic English in preparing students for higher education and professional contexts on an international scale.
- Exploring how English for Global Communication labs prepare learners for international networking, presentations, and negotiations.
6. Language Learning in Multilingual Environments
- How does English for Global Communication assist learners who are not native English speakers in multilingual and multicultural environments?
- Comparative studies on the effectiveness of teaching English in environments with varying degrees of multilingualism and linguistic diversity.
- The role of English language proficiency in fostering global mobility and communication within diverse, multilingual teams.
Awards
109.1 Semester Teacher Textbook College-level Textbook Award: Professional English ESP (I)
109.1 Semester Quality and Innovation Course: English Writing (III)
110.1 Semester Teacher Textbook College-level Textbook Award: English Writing (IV)
110.2 Semester Outstanding Internship Course: International Business Management Internship
111 Annual Health and People's Livelihood Innovation Digital Teaching Clip Competition: Tips for Quickly Subtitling Videos
111.1 Semester Teacher Textbook School-level Textbook Award: English Writing (I)
111 Annual Teachers' Course Results Competition: E-commerce and Daily Shopping English
111.1 Semester Quality Service Course: English Presentation
111.2 Semester Teacher Textbook College Textbook Award: English Briefing
112.1 Semester Teacher Textbook College-level Textbook Award: Meeting Review
112th Annual Teacher Improvement and Innovation Practical Teaching Project Results Report Grant: English Vocabulary Reading Self-study Strategies: Self-study and STAD
112th Annual Health and People's Livelihood Innovation Index Teaching Material Short Film Competition: English Reading Self-study Strategies
112.1 Semester Teacher Textbook School Textbook Award: Meeting Minutes
112.2 Semester Quality and Innovation Courses: English Writing (IV)
113.1 Semester Teacher Textbook College-level Textbook Award: English Reading and Debate (I)
Dr. Fan-Yu In (應芳瑜博士/助理教授) got her PhD in English Literature from the Department of English at National Changhua University of Education. She is presently a full time Assistant Professor at Hungkuang University. Her current research interests include English literature, literary criticism, translation, MOOCs, ESP, and TESOL.
Journal Publications
In, Fan-Yu. “Shakespeare and Society: Topicality in The Merchant of Venice and The Taming of the Shrew.” Spectrum: Studies in Language, Literature, Translation, and Interpretation 4 (2009): 140-60. ISSN: 1998-9148. (ACI & TCI-HSS indexed國立彰師大英語系Spectrum 英語文暨口筆譯學集刊2009年1月)
In, Fan-Yu. “Basic English Writing: A Classroom Experiment in Student-oriented Design and Textbook.” College Teaching Methods & Styles Journal 4.9 (2008): 43-52. ISSN: 1548-9566. (美國大學教學方法期刊2008/9/1) Corpus ID: 60796465
In, Fan-Yu, and Hui-Chuan Liao. “Basic English Writing: An Experimental Course Structure against Semantic Misinterpretation in Undergraduate Student Writing.” College Teaching Methods & Styles Journal 4.10 (2008): 1-16. ISSN: 1548-9566. (美國大學教學方法期刊)
In, Fan-Yu. “Discourse in Literature, Self, and Society in Response to Bakhtin’s ‘Discourse in the Novel’: The Merchant of Venice and The Taming of the Shrew.” Fiction and Drama 19.1 (2008): 45-68. ISSN: 2073-042X. (ACI & TCI-HSS indexed國立成功大學小說與戲劇期刊2008年12月)
In, Fan-Yu. “Loci of Light and Darkness: A Reality-Imagination Dyad in the Settings of The Merchant of Venice and A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Spectrum: Studies in Language, Literature, Translation, and Interpretation 10 (2013): 163-188. ISSN: 1998-9148. (ACI & TCI-HSS indexed國立彰師大英語系Spectrum 英語文暨口筆譯學集刊2013/1/1) Corpus ID: 147436007
In, Fan-Yu. “Yin and Yang: A Symmetry of Dualism between Contrasting Locales in The Merchant of Venice and A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Fiction and Drama 23.1 (2013): 67-99. ISSN: 2073-042X. (ACI & TCI-HSS indexed國立成功大學小說與戲劇期刊2013/12/1) Corpus ID: 147161216
In, Fan-Yu. “Teaching Imagery Poetry in the EFL Classroom: A Lexical-Syntactic Study of Vocabularies, Phrasal Verbs, and Prepositions.” NCUE Journal of Humanities 10 (2015): 129-146. ISSN: 2305-9761. (ACI & TCI-HSS indexed國立彰化師範大學文學院學報2015年9月)
In, Fan-Yu. “A Commentary on Career-oriented Translation Classes and TBL Translation Practice.” Taiwan Educational Review 9.9 (2020): 212-18. ISSN: 2225-7209. (ACI & TCI-HSS indexed台灣教育評論月刊2020年9月1日)
In, Fan-Yu. “Restlessness and Resistance in E. M. Forster’s ‘The Road from Colonus.’” BEST: International Journal of Humanities, Arts, Medicine and Sciences 9.2 (2021): 27-34. ISSN (Online): 2454-4728. (ISSUU & ICI indexed) (2021/2/28) IF 4.3241
In, Fan-Yu. “Alcoholic Drinks in Beowulf.” Journal of Foreign Language, Cultures and Civilizations 9.1 (2021): 1-10. ISSN (Online): 2333-5882. (ERIH PLUS indexed) (2021/3/31)
In, Fan-Yu. “Sublime Feelings and Sublime Scenes in Shakespeare’s King Lear, Hamlet, and Macbeth.” NCUE Journal of Humanities 25 (2022): 67-87. ISSN: 2305-9761. (ACI & TCI-HSS indexed國立彰化師範大學文學院學報2022年5月) (2022/5/31)
In, Fan-Yu. “Beowulf: Motivations behind Hospitality and Inhospitality.” NCUE Journal of Humanities 27 (2023): 33-47. ISSN: 2305-9761. (ACI & TCI-HSS indexed國立彰化師範大學文學院學報2023年5月) (2023/5/27)
In, Fan-Yu. “Medieval Drinking Motives Revealed by Different Alcoholic Beverages in Beowulf.” Hungkuang Academic Review 93 (2024): 121-135. ISSN: 1025-0662. (弘光科技大學弘光學報2024年3月) (2024/3/30)
2 Vacancies
Job Description
Collaboration:
Collaborate with colleagues in the department or institution to share best practices, teaching strategies, and resources.
Cultural Sensitivity:
- Incorporate culturally relevant content into lessons to reflect the diverse backgrounds of students.
- Foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that respects students' cultural differences.
Administrative Duties:
- Complete required paperwork, including student grades, attendance records, and reports on student progress.
- Assist with departmental or institutional initiatives, such as student recruitment or events.
Preferred Intern Education Level
Required Qualifications:
- TESOL, TEFL, or CELTA certification (or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
- A master's degree in English, Education, Linguistics, or a related field.
- Proven experience teaching English to non-native speakers, ideally in an academic or professional setting.
- Strong command of the English language, with excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- Familiarity with language assessment tools and proficiency tests (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL).
- Knowledge of various teaching methodologies, including communicative language teaching, task-based learning, and the use of technology in the classroom.
Skill sets or Qualities
Desirable Skills:
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to suit diverse learners.
- Experience with online or hybrid teaching formats.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Cultural sensitivity and experience working with international students.
Working Conditions:
- This is is a part-time position.
- Teaching hours may include evenings or weekends.
- This position may involve teaching both in-person and online classes.
- This role is well-suited for individuals who are passionate about teaching English, committed to fostering student success, and who have the flexibility to adapt to a variety of educational settings.
2 Vacancies
Job Description
Cultural Awareness:
- Support students in understanding cultural nuances in language learning, ensuring the teaching approach is culturally sensitive.
- Foster an inclusive classroom that values diversity and promotes positive student interactions.
Administrative Duties:
- Assist with student attendance, record-keeping, and other administrative tasks as needed.
- Prepare reports or summaries on student performance and activities.
- Help with organizing classroom or school events, projects, or presentations related to language learning.
Preferred Intern Education Level
Qualifications:
- TOEIC score certificate (required)
- IELTS test report (preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree or undergraduate enrollment in Education, Linguistics, English, or a related field
- Previous experience in teaching or tutoring English, especially in ESL/EFL settings
- Strong command of the English language, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work with students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds
Skill sets or Qualities
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in an educational or language learning environment
- Familiarity with language learning technologies and digital resources
- Ability to adapt teaching materials and strategies for students with varying language levels
- Patience, enthusiasm, and the ability to motivate students
- Flexibility and willingness to collaborate with other teachers and staff
Working Conditions:
- This is a part-time position, depending on the school's needs.
- The position may involve both in-person and online classroom support.
2 Vacancies
Job Description
Logistics and Coordination:
- Organize event materials, supplies, and resources required for the activities.
- Coordinate with venues, partners, or sponsors to ensure smooth execution of events.
Feedback and Improvement:
- Collect feedback from participants to evaluate the effectiveness of cultural activities.
- Continuously improve programs to enhance the learning experience.
Preferred Intern Education Level
Qualifications:
- Undergraduate students who are proficient in English and/or in a second language (Spanish or French)
Skill sets or Qualities
Skills:
- Fluency in English, French, or French
- Deep knowledge of and personal experience with the foreign culture
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Creativity in designing engaging and educational activities
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people and foster cultural understanding
- Organizational and time-management skills for planning and executing events
Experience in education, public speaking, or event planning
2 Vacancies
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Proofread and edit various types of content, including articles, reports, teaching materials, websites, and manuscripts.
- Check for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and syntax errors.
- Ensure consistency in tone, style, and formatting based on company or client guidelines.
- Verify facts, figures, and references when necessary.
- Collaborate with the teacher to improve content quality.
- Track and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
- Stay updated on language, style guides, and industry trends.
Preferred Intern Education Level
Required Qualifications:
- Undergraduate students majoring in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field (preferred)
- TOEIC score certificate or IELTS test report (required)
Skill sets or Qualities
- Proven experience as a proofreader, editor, or in a similar role
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong command of the English language
- Familiarity with style guides such as APA or MLA
- Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficiency in proofreading tools and software (e.g., Grammarly, MS Word track changes, Adobe Acrobat)