The Use Of Content And English Language Integrated Learning (CELIL) Methodologies In Teaching Selected Concepts In Physics

摘要

This study is part of an integrated teaching program in physics and English that attempted to develop and implement a teaching sequence on selected physics concepts using content and English language integrated learning (CELIL) methodologies. Specifically, this paper discussed its advantages and challenges as implemented in a school following a trilingual curriculum design. About 8 teachers were involved in the development and validation of the teaching sequence and 55 students from 5 classes were involved in the implementation process. Effectiveness was measured through students' achievement using criteria-based assessment and simple Collaizi method was used to process the external observers' and teacher-researchers' reflections. Preliminary results revealed that CELIL methodologies maybe helpful in developing and increasing students' conceptual understanding of selected physics concepts as well as improving their English language skills.