Working and Teaching in English in Higher Education at Jönköping University

Strategies and methods for strengthening your ability to teach in English.

This course is offered at Jönköping University by the Educator Centre for Academic Teaching and Learning at Jönköping University (Educate).

The course develops the ability to teach in English. It links theoretical perspectives, approaches and concepts, such as English as a foreign language (EFL), English as a medium of instruction (EMI), English for specific purposes (ESP) and content and language integrated learning (CLIL) together with pedagogical methods and scaffolding for language learning strategies.

Common strategies are contrasted and compared, with a focus on developing your ability to effectively select and use multiple language strategies to facilitate instruction. This includes practical applications outlined in research and proven experience that can be used effectively as tools to increase the linguistic breadth and competence of both teachers and students. The course content contributes to transformative pedagogical practices directly related to student teaching and learning.

Type of education: Course

Requirements: Employment as university teacher, doctoral student or equivalent. English proficiency corresponding to at least English 5 or the equivalent is required.

Start date: 10 November, 2026

Place of study: Campus and Hybrid (online)

Location: Jönköping

Rate of study: 10%

Level: Advanced

Credits: 1.5 credits

Language: English

Length: 10 weeks

Number of participants: a maximum of 6 participants from EULIST partners (not more than 2 participants from one partner university), first come, first served

Tuition Fee: Free for participants from partner universities within EULIST

Syllabus: to be found on the course website

Questions: Welcome to contact us for more information: educate@ju.se

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Open for applications 16 March – 31 May 2026