Esl Pedagogy Essay

Topic: The Roles of the ESL Teacher and Improving ESL Pedagogy in Hong Kong

Part I. Abstract and thesis

Abstract

The project shed light on the roles ESL teachers in Hong Kong are now playing, and look into both theoretical and practical pedagogical approaches on the foundation of ESL teachers’ pedagogical practices and principles. The investigation gives an overview of being an ESL teacher while, at the same time, to show Hong Kong students’ needs in ELP (English Language Programs). Based on the theoretical presumption and both quantitative and qualitative data collected, the relationship between students’ needs and the roles an ESL teacher is illustrated, addressing the conditions of teaching English in Hong Kong.

Throughout the project,

As an ESL teachers in Hong Kong, they are able to familiarize their roles in the industry with the use of such kind of research. Therefore, they manage to cater to the needs of students with regard to students’ different levels of English proficiency and enhance the interaction between them.

b) Objectives

1. To evaluate the roles of the ESL teacher;

2. To identify the needs of Hong Kong students in terms of ESL;

3. To examine the pedagogy of different ESL teachers in Hong Kong; and

4. To analyse the improvement of ESL pedagogy of the ESL teacher.

2. Background of research, research plan and methodology

a) Background of research

Hong Kong used to be a colony of the Britain, and English language has long been one of the official languages. Academically, particularly in primary and secondary education, the level of proficiency of English is a major concern, most of the parents are concerned about their children’s English skills. As indicated by Lo (2015), Hong Kong could hardly remain an international city and business hub if English is