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International Journal of Christianity and English Language Teaching
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Editor’S Column: Wisdom And Sorrow, Bradlley Baurain
Editor’S Column: Wisdom And Sorrow, Bradlley Baurain
International Journal of Christianity and English Language Teaching
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Language Policy And Planning In A Church-Sponsored Esl Program, Andrew Schneider
Language Policy And Planning In A Church-Sponsored Esl Program, Andrew Schneider
International Journal of Christianity and English Language Teaching
The purpose of this qualitative study is to examine language policy in privately funded church-sponsored adult English as a Second Language (ESL) programs in the United States. Specifically, this study focuses on one church and how its policy prohibiting proselytization in the classroom is interpreted by its volunteer instructors. The aim of this study is not to critique the success or failure of these policies but instead attempt to observe, describe, and report the spectrum of resistance and acceptance of restrictions (indeed, if it is perceived as such) on the types of language permitted to be used in ESL classrooms. …
Collaboration And Reconciliation In English Language Teaching? Personal Reflections On Critical Incidents, Michael Lessard-Clouston
Collaboration And Reconciliation In English Language Teaching? Personal Reflections On Critical Incidents, Michael Lessard-Clouston
International Journal of Christianity and English Language Teaching
Collaboration is largely assumed in English language teaching, while reconciliation is often a goal in this discipline. This article briefly introduces frameworks to help us think about collaboration and to understand reconciliation. Next it discusses three critical incidents in EFL teaching and ESL teacher education from personal experience in China, Indonesia, and the United States. Using the literature and frameworks outlined, the article reflects on cultural and other challenges, notes helps and hindrances to collaboration, and possible ways such issues were or might have been reconciled in the three incidents.
Reflections On Church-Based English Ministry, Rachael Sloan Tsaneva
Reflections On Church-Based English Ministry, Rachael Sloan Tsaneva
International Journal of Christianity and English Language Teaching
This article provides a reflection on lessons learned in directing a church-based ESL program in the United States. The author reflects on stories of God’s provision, the importance of preparing and teaching well, the deeply relational aspects of this ministry, the integration of the Body of Christ, and the importance of encouraging and supporting volunteers in these programs. Special consideration is given to the scope and purpose of church-based English programs and the ways that TESOL professionals can support volunteer teachers in this work.
Wisdom From Experience – Thoughts From Stevick Award Winners, Robin Gingerich, Marilyn Lewis, Kitty Purgason, Mary Shepard Wong, Michael Pasquale
Wisdom From Experience – Thoughts From Stevick Award Winners, Robin Gingerich, Marilyn Lewis, Kitty Purgason, Mary Shepard Wong, Michael Pasquale
International Journal of Christianity and English Language Teaching
According to the website of the Christian English Language Educators Association (CELEA), which also publishes this journal: “The Earl W. Stevick Award honors members of the English language teaching profession who embody some of the characteristics of Dr. Stevick in their teaching, mentoring of teachers, scholarship, service to the profession, and living out the life of Christ in this profession.” To date, from 2017–2022 there have been six winners of this prestigious award. Given the collective wisdom they represent, we asked them to share with our readers key lessons they have learned over the course of their careers. Five of …
In Memoriam Zoltán Dörnyei (1960-2022), Eleanor J. Pease, Elfrieda Lepp-Kaethler, Mary Shepard Wong
In Memoriam Zoltán Dörnyei (1960-2022), Eleanor J. Pease, Elfrieda Lepp-Kaethler, Mary Shepard Wong
International Journal of Christianity and English Language Teaching
The Christian TESOL community was saddened to hear the news of Zoltán Dörnyei’s death on June 10, 2022. He was a friend and mentor to many and will be greatly missed.
Zoltán was a friend and mentor to many in the Christian TESOL community and in this section we hear from three individuals who knew him well in these roles. Eleanor J. Pease describes the influential role his work had in her scholarship. Elfrieda Lepp-Kaethler shares her experience in working with him as her doctoral advisor. Mary Shepard Wong recounts the opportunities that she had to collaborate with Zoltán on …
Review, Michael Lessard-Clouston, Mary C. Cloutier
Review, Michael Lessard-Clouston, Mary C. Cloutier
International Journal of Christianity and English Language Teaching
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