US Embassy brings English teaching program to Baguio educators
The US Embassy in the Philippines launched a two-day English teaching program in Baguio City for 50 college instructors in STEM and social sciences, focusing on experiential methods to improve technical subject instruction. The initiative, part of US-Philippines diplomatic anniversary celebrations, aims to enhance Filipino educators' ability to teach complex ideas in English for global collaboration and student access to opportunities.
The Embassy of the United States in the Philippines, through its Regional English Language Office (RELO), organized a specialized training program in Baguio City on April 28 and 29. The workshop, held at Saint Louis University, gathered 50 instructors from science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and social sciences to refine their English-language teaching skills for technical subjects. Participants engaged in hands-on activities including mini laboratory exercises, problem-solving tasks, and interactive simulations conducted entirely in English. The program aimed to address challenges students face when learning technical content in English, emphasizing experiential methods over traditional lectures. The initiative coincided with the 80th anniversary of US-Philippines diplomatic ties and the Freedom 250 commemoration of US independence. US Embassy Regional English Language Officer Jeff McIlvenna stated the program empowers Filipino faculty to train future subject matter experts capable of communicating complex ideas in English, fostering collaboration between the two nations. Dr. Stephanie Busbus highlighted the program’s impact on educators outside Metro Manila, noting its role in equipping instructors to use English as a tool for teaching content courses. Participants also explored the American English Toolkit, a resource developed by the US Department of State, featuring interactive materials and virtual workshops to support English-language instruction. The workshop is part of the embassy’s broader efforts in the Philippines, where educational exchanges and language training remain key components of US public diplomacy. The goal is to improve access to higher education, international employment, and research opportunities for Filipino students by strengthening English proficiency in technical fields.
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