Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
1118538 Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences 2012 8 Pages PDF
Abstract

English-medium instruction has become a common approach to increase the international isation opportunities of academic institutions. This article presents the results of a survey (N=80) and a focus group discussion to identify students’ attitudes toward specialized English for art, and their experiences and challenges regarding English-medium education. The findings showed that communication and understanding were the challenges that concern the nonnative students in the focused international institution. The study also indicated that senior students have higher awareness of their need for specialized English than freshmen. The paper confirms the significance of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) instruction for students and recommends an on-going communication and academic writing courses to contribute to the quality of international art communication.

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