English Medium Instruction Experiences of Lecturers: Evidence from Tertiary Education in Türkiye

Arzu Ekoç Özçelik; Suzan Kavanoz; Selahattin Yılmaz

doi:10.17275/per.25.9.12.1

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English Medium Instruction Experiences of Lecturers: Evidence from Tertiary Education in Türkiye

Abstract

The integration of English into the education domain continues to expand steadily. Language policies in educational institutions are shaped according to the English requirements of respective countries. With the recognition of English as a lingua franca, it has taken on a significant role as the medium of instruction (EMI) in Turkish universities, with an increasing number of programs now being offered in English. For higher education institutions aiming to improve their rankings, establish a strong reputation, and enhance visibility, English is a critical factor. As a result, many opt to provide undergraduate programs in English. This study aims to determine the attitudes of lecturers toward full EMI programs. A qualitative research design was employed, with data gathered through semi-structured interviews with lecturers and classroom observations. The sample was selected using purposive sampling to ensure that participants had substantial experience with EMI. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data, identifying key themes and patterns. Despite the inherent challenges of EMI, the findings revealed that lecturers hold positive attitudes towards EMI. Additionally, they emphasized the need for short-term, context-specific professional development opportunities focused on both language proficiency and pedagogical skills for EMI. These findings offer valuable insights for improving the overall quality of EMI and for guiding university policies to better meet the evolving needs of EMI programs.

Keywords

English as a medium of instruction , foreign language education , tertiary education , undergraduate education , lecturers

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

English As A Second Language

Journal Section

Research Article

Authors

Arzu Ekoç Özçelik ^*
0000-0002-2106-368X
Türkiye

Suzan Kavanoz
0000-0001-7458-4684
Türkiye

Selahattin Yılmaz
0000-0002-2943-2902
Türkiye

Early Pub Date

December 27, 2024

Publication Date

January 1, 2025

Submission Date

August 18, 2024

Acceptance Date

November 17, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 12 Number: 1

DOI

https://doi.org/10.17275/per.25.9.12.1

IZ

https://izlik.org/JA23TP76EF

APA

Ekoç Özçelik, A., Kavanoz, S., & Yılmaz, S. (2025). English Medium Instruction Experiences of Lecturers: Evidence from Tertiary Education in Türkiye. Participatory Educational Research, 12(1), 157-174. https://doi.org/10.17275/per.25.9.12.1