Integrating Language And Content: The Role Of Content-Based Instruction In Modern Education
Keywords:
Content-Based Instruction (CBI), Basic Interpersonal Communicative Skills (BICS), Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency (CALP)Abstract
In the era of globalization and increasing professional demands, the ability to communicate effectively in a foreign language within a specific field has become essential; however, traditional language teaching methods often fail to meet this need due to their separation of language from real-world application. Content-Based Instruction (CBI) addresses this gap by integrating language learning with meaningful subject matter, allowing learners to acquire language through engagement with relevant academic and professional content. This approach is particularly effective in higher education, where students are expected to develop both linguistic proficiency and subject-specific competencies simultaneously.
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