Detail Improving the academic outcomes of undergraduate ESL students: the case for discipline-based academic skills programs (in Higher Education Research & Development) Bibliografi Author: Chi Baik ; Greig, Joan Topik: academic outcomes; English as a second language; international students; language and academic skills Bahasa: (EN )     Tahun Terbit: 2009     Jenis: Article Fulltext: Higher Education Research & Development Vol. 28, No. 4, August 2009, 401–416.pdf (260.64KB; 2 download) Abstract This article examines the impact of an adjunct English language tutorial program on the academic performance of first-year Architecture students. With increasing numbers of international students enrolling in Australian universities, language and academic skills programs have shifted from generic to more disciplinespecific models; however, there has been little research on the effects of these programs on ESL students’ academic performance. This study uses a mixedmethod approach to evaluate the effectiveness of an English as a second language (ESL) intervention program. Findings indicate that students value a highly discipline-specific approach to language and academic skills support and that regular participation in a content-based ESL program can lead to positive learning outcomes for students. Preliminary findings also suggest that there are positive longer-term benefits on students’ academic outcomes. The authors suggest the need for longitudinal studies on the impact of discipline-based programs for ESL students. Opini Anda Klik untuk menuliskan opini Anda tentang koleksi ini! Lihat Sejarah Pengadaan  Konversi Metadata   Kembali

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