Motivating Students to Talk: TED Conference in University-Based Chinese Language Classrooms

Authors

Danping Wang, University of AucklandFollow

Author Name in Chinese

王丹萍

English Abstract

This paper presents an innovative teaching method that uses TED conference to stimulate and support learners of Chinese in improving their speaking skills. In non-target language countries, students are often reluctant to use Chinese in real life. This study overviews a case where TED conferences were integrated into a university-based Chinese language course in New Zealand. It also discusses the major findings emerging from implementing this innovative pedagogy as well as the recommendations for future research. While motivating students to use Chinese in public setting, the approach has also enhanced critical thinking skills and co-learning in language classrooms. This paper ends by providing food for thought on designing engaging pedagogy in building and sustaining a knowledge-sharing culture in advanced Chinese courses in universities.

Manuscript Language

English

Recommended Citation

Wang, Danping (2018) "Motivating Students to Talk: TED Conference in University-Based Chinese Language Classrooms," Chinese Language Teaching Methodology and Technology: Vol. 1: Iss. 4, Article 2.
Available at: https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/cltmt/vol1/iss4/2