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The Professional Role and Identity of English for Academic Purposes Teachers in Australian Universities: A Phenomenological Study
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Dissertation
The Professional Role and Identity of English for Academic Purposes Teachers in Australian Universities: A Phenomenological Study
Queensland University of Technology
Doctor of Education (EdD), Queensland University of Technology
2025
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Abstract
This study explored the professional experiences of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) teachers in Australian university direct-entry programs, in the context of the current neoliberal climate in higher education. Using a hermeneutic phenomenological methodology, the study investigated the ways that teachers’ experiences of their roles shaped their identity as educators of English as an additional language (EAL) students. Findings offered insights into the high levels of professionalisation amongst EAP teachers and the impact of neoliberalism in shaping their teacher identity. Pathways for EAP teacher professionalisation are needed to enhance their professional role and teacher identity in Australian universities.
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- Title
- The Professional Role and Identity of English for Academic Purposes Teachers in Australian Universities: A Phenomenological Study
- Creators
- Sharon Leslie - Southern Cross University, SCU College
- Awarding Institution
- Queensland University of Technology; Doctor of Education (EdD)
- Theses
- Doctor of Education (EdD), Queensland University of Technology
- Publisher
- Queensland University of Technology
- Identifiers
- 991013324928302368
- Resource Type
- Dissertation