讲座内容：
Content Based instruction (CBI) and Task Based Instruction (TBI) have long been noted as effective ways to improve motivation in the language classroom. Through connections to content and coursework designed to facilitate task completion, students are able to engage in activities that encourage real communication and information exchange through the target language. Ultimately students find those exchanges more motivating than traditional language based instruction, as there is a distinct outcome and goal for communication in the target language. Thus, language learning is enhanced by the students’ linguistic engagement. These approaches to language learning can be implemented at any level of instruction and context. In my lecture I will present approaches to incorporating these methods into courses and overall program design. I will also demonstrate how classroom teachers can easily implement CBI/TBI techniques through collaboration with content courses and units designed around task-based projects. Some theoretical considerations will be discussed, along with several examples of CBI and TBI classroom activities for various learner levels and contexts. I will also discuss how needs analysis and materials adaptation play a role in course and lesson design. Attendees will have a chance to work in small groups to brainstorm and present their own plans for integrating these techniques in the classroom or course design.
嘉宾简介：
Carolyn Trachtova
Carolyn Trachtova has been teaching English as a second language for over 20 years. As ESL Director for Webster University, Carolyn oversees the ESL program for Webster’s St. Louis and U.S. extended campuses, including developing the program’s curriculum, facilitating testing and ESL placement, and advising ESL students throughout their studies at Webster. In the past she has worked in many different EFL contexts. She spent 6 years in Prague, CZ, primarily as an EFL instructor for Charles University’s Natural Sciences Faculty, though she also taught at a STEM high school and led courses in business English and proficiency test preparation. Upon returning to the U.S., Carolyn worked with refugees and immigrants as a Pre-Employment ESL Program Coordinator. Prior to joining Webster, she taught EAP courses at community colleges in Georgia and Missouri. Carolyn received her master’s degree from Georgia State University in Applied Linguistics and TESOL and holds a Certificate in ELT Leadership Management from TESOL Association. Carolyn has presented in a variety of professional settings, including at TESOL International Convention & English Language Expo, ITBE Annual Convention, MIDTESOL Annual Conference, and most recently at the 2021 College Reading and Learning Association Virtual Conference.
YU Zhonggen
YU Zhonggen, Professor and Ph.D. Supervisor in Department of English Studies, Faculty of Foreign Studies, Beijing Language and Culture University, Ph.D. in English language, a dual Master-degree holder in applied linguistics and law, and a post-doctoral researcher in psycho-linguistics, has already authored over 80 academic papers (mainly peer reviewed international articles) on distinguished journals based on rich teaching and research experiences. His research interest includes educational technologies, language attrition, language acquisition, and translation.