Dr. Keith M. Graham

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Dr. Keith M. Graham is an assistant professor in the School of Teacher Education at National Taiwan Normal University. In this podcast, he shares his thoughts on the Taiwanese education system.

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Dr. Keith M. Graham

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114-1 Ep. 8 Why does Dr. Graham adopt a non-traditional grading system in his courses? 19.12.2025 9:56

In this episode, Dr. Graham talks about why he adopts the non-traditional grading system specifications grading in his bilingual teacher education classes at National Taiwan Normal University.

114-1 Ep. 7 FAQ: How are translanguaging and language scaffolding different on the BTOPTS? 30.11.2025 9:59

In this episode, Dr. Graham discusses a frequently asked question: what is the difference between translanguaging and language scaffolding on the Bilingual Teaching Observation Protocol for Bilingual Schools (BTOPTS; https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.28269905)

114-1 Ep. 6 Points and Motivation in Taiwanese Bilingual Education 17.10.2025 9:57

In this episode, Dr. Graham and Selina discuss whether teachers should give extra points to students for using English in the bilingual class.

114-1 Ep. 5 What level of English do college students need for EMI courses? 04.10.2025 9:58

In this episode, Dr. Graham discusses the English level needed to take an EMI university course in Taiwan and tips for students who might be struggling.

114-1 Ep. 4 Should Bilingual Teachers Use Mix Chinese & English in a Sentence? 27.09.2025 8:12

In this episode, Selina and Dr. Graham discuss the place of 晶晶體 (language mixing) in the Taiwanese bilingual classroom.

114-1 Ep. 3 Languages in Taiwanese Education: A Conversation with Dr. Sin-Yi Chang 19.09.2025 9:55

In this episode, Dr. Keith Graham talks with Dr. Sin-Yi Chang from National Taiwan University about the positioning of languages in Taiwanese bilingual education.

114-1 Ep. 2 Should bilingual teachers do all-English exams? 13.09.2025 12:35

In this episode, Selina shares a story with Dr. Graham about her cousin's final exam in a bilingual health class in Taipei City.

114-1 Ep. 1 Explaining to Students Why We Do Bilingual Education 08.09.2025 8:52

In this episode, Dr. Graham discusses the importance of using English in an authentic way and preparing students for an unknown future.

113-2 Ep. 7 Taiwan’s New Direction for K-12 Bilingual Education: The Bilingual Immersive Campus Program 05.06.2025 7:27

In this episode, Dr. Keith Graham introduces the Bilingual Immersive Campus Program, the new phase in Taiwan's bilingual education strategy beginning in 2025.

113-2 Ep. 6: Will bilingual education in Taiwan be canceled? [2025-2026 Academic Year] 11.04.2025 4:37

Dr. Keith M. Graham answers the question: Will bilingual education in primary and secondary schools in Taiwan be canceled for the 2025-2026 Academic School Year?

113-2 Ep. 5 Convincing Teachers to Try Bilingual Education 01.04.2025 6:32

In this episode, Dr. Graham discusses ways current bilingual teachers and school administrators can convince other teachers in their schools to try bilingual education.

113-2 Ep. 4 Facilitating Differentiated Questioning in a Taiwanese Bilingual Classroom 14.03.2025 4:37

In this episode, Dr. Keith M. Graham discusses how one of his students facilitated differentiated questioning during her microteaching demonstration in his Teaching Practicum: Bilingual Education course at National Taiwan Normal University.

113-2 Ep. 3 Believe Taiwan is Already Bilingual 10.03.2025 4:22

In this episode, Dr. Keith M. Graham discusses how Taiwan is already bilingual, yet many Taiwanese don't see themselves this way.

113-2 Ep. 2 The Future Multilingual Taiwanese University 26.02.2025 5:19

In this episode, Dr. Graham discusses NTNU's development as a pioneer in Taiwanese bilingual higher education.

113-2 Ep. 1 Say "Bilingual" 20.02.2025 6:31

When we talk about bilingual education, we have to say bilingual .

Starting a New Podcast 17.02.2025 1:53

In 2025, I am expanding hours from my YouTube Channel to a podcast. I look forward to having you join me for more commentary on Taiwanese bilingual education and the education system as a whole.