The Office of Bilingual Education (OBE) at National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) is a dedicated administrative unit established to advance the University's strategic development in bilingual and English-medium education.
In alignment with Taiwan's national Bilingual 2030 policy and NTNU's longstanding commitment to academic excellence and internationalization, the Office coordinates institutional efforts to enhance the quality, accessibility, and sustainability of bilingual teaching and learning across disciplines.
The OBE provides comprehensive support for faculty and students engaged in English-Medium Instruction (EMI) and related bilingual initiatives.
Its core functions include professional development for instructors, curriculum consultation, quality assurance, and the promotion of pedagogical innovation grounded in research-informed practice.
The Office also facilitates cross-unit collaboration to strengthen language support mechanisms, ensuring that content learning and language development are effectively integrated.
Through systematic planning, capacity building, and continuous evaluation, the Office of Bilingual Education seeks to cultivate an inclusive academic environment in which students develop both disciplinary expertise and high levels of English proficiency.
By fostering global engagement and enhancing institutional competitiveness, the OBE contributes substantively to NTNU's mission as a leading university with international impact.
