ENGLISH AS LINGUA FRANCA IN CHINESE LANGUAGE TEACHING AT UNIVERSITY OF BANJA LUKA SINOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Sonja  D. Stanković; Ljiljana  Ž. Stević; Anja  M. Mudrenović; Bojana  S. Pavlović

doi:10.21618/fil2532241s

Autori

Sonja D. Stanković University of Banja Luka Faculty of Philology Sinology Department
Ljiljana Ž. Stević University of Banja Luka Faculty of Philology Sinology Department
Anja M. Mudrenović University of Banja Luka Faculty of Philology Sinology Department
Bojana S. Pavlović University of Banja Luka Faculty of Philology Sinology Department

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21618/fil2532241s

Parole chiave:

English as a lingua franca (ELF), International Chinese Language Education (ICLE), Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language (TCFL), medium of instruction (MoI), Chinese as a Second Language (CSL)

Abstract

With China’s reform and opening-up policy, alongside its growing global influence, Chinese language education has gained significant international attention. This global interest has led to the establishment of specialised programs in universities worldwide. The Sinology Department at the University of Banja Luka, founded in 2022, is the youngest such program at the Faculty of Philology. This paper examines the role of English Language and the English department in influencing the teaching methods of Sinology. As one of the newest Sinology departments in Europe, the development of Sinology at the University of Banja Luka offers a unique opportunity to explore the linguistic influences that shape its identity. Since its inception, English has served as the primary medium of instruction between native Chinese-speaking teachers and Sinology students. This study aims to investigate students' attitudes toward the use of English as a lingua franca (ELF) in teaching Chinese at the University of Banja Luka Sinology Department, exploring its effectiveness and potential challenges in the learning process. By conducting a survey, the study will assess how ELF has facilitated communication and contributed to the development of Sinology teaching methods.

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