Teaching English for specific purposes to computer science students with reading difficulties

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 208-216
Author(s):  
Sarah Benmammar
Keyword(s):  
Computer Science ◽  
Reading Strategies ◽  
Reading Skills ◽  
Reading Difficulties ◽  
Target Population ◽  
English For Specific Purposes ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Learning Situation ◽  
Valid Information

This is a case study conducted to investigate difficulties that may hinder third year computer science students in their development of ESP reading skills, and to grasp the different factors that may influence students negatively. Data were obtained from a questionnaire which enabled the researcher to obtain valid information about the learning situation of the target population. Through the use of this tool, students’ preferences and difficulties in the area of reading were analyzed. The results revealed the need to increase students’ exposure to reading and provide support with vocabulary. Hence, some recommendations and strategies are provided to remedy the situation and boost the students’ learning process   Keywords: Computer Science students; ESP vocabulary ; reading difficulties; reading strategies.

scholarly journals Teaching English for specific purposes to computer science students with reading difficulties

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 159-166
Author(s):  
Sarah Benmammar
Keyword(s):  
Computer Science ◽  
Reading Strategies ◽  
Reading Skills ◽  
Reading Difficulties ◽  
Target Population ◽  
English For Specific Purposes ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Learning Situation ◽  
Valid Information

This is a case study conducted to investigate difficulties that may hinder third-year computer science students in their development of English for specific purposes’ reading skills and to grasp the different factors that may influence students negatively. Data were obtained from a questionnaire which enabled the researcher to obtain valid information about the learning situation of the target population. Through the use of this tool, students’ preferences and difficulties in the area of reading were analysed. The results revealed the need to increase students’ exposure to reading and provide support with vocabulary. Hence, some recommendations and strategies are provided to remedy the situation and boost the students’ learning process   Keywords: Computer science students, ESP vocabulary, reading difficulties, reading strategies.

scholarly journals Gamification for Engaging Computer Science Students in Learning Activities: A Case Study

2014 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 291-301 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria-Blanca Ibanez ◽  
Angela Di-Serio ◽  
Carlos Delgado-Kloos
Keyword(s):  
Computer Science ◽  
Learning Activities ◽  
Science Students

scholarly journals Academic Reading Strategies used by Leeds Metropolitan University Graduates: A Case Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 115 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samira Sohail
Keyword(s):  
Reading Strategies ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Reading Skills ◽  
University Graduates ◽  
Reading Habits ◽  
Reading Improvement ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Academic Reading ◽  
Metropolitan University

Academic reading is different from other forms of reading because it is complex and discipline-specific. It involves a measured, challenging, and multifaceted process in which students are dynamically engaged with a range of reading strategies. Academic reading improvement is possible, provided students work on it and there are no short cuts or remedies which will cure the reading problems. Reading improvement is hard work and a difficult task, but it is rewarding as well. This study examined the selection and use of academic reading strategies used by the undergraduate and postgraduate students studying at Leeds Metropolitan University, Headingley Campus, Leeds. A quantitative data study was carried out to investigate three aspects of academic reading strategies: (a) efficiency, (b) interacting with texts, and (c) critical reading strategies. The results of this survey suggest that the participants on balance have proficient reading skills, but a significant number of participants have ineffective reading strategies and bad reading habits. Recommendations and suggestions have been put forward to improve academic reading strategies and for further research.

scholarly journals English for Specific Purposes: Designing an EAP Course for Computer Science Students

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 156
Author(s):  
Isra Irshad ◽  
Behzad Anwar
Keyword(s):  
Computer Science ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Skills ◽  
English For Academic Purposes ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
English For Specific Purposes ◽  
Academic English ◽  
Science Students ◽  
Academic Context ◽  
Language Needs

<p><em>The aim of this study was to design English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course for University students enrolled in the Computer Science Department. For this purpose, academic English language needs of the students were analyzed by using a 5 point Likert scale questionnaire. Additionally, interviews were also conducted with four faculty members of the department and the data were analyzed qualitatively. Thus, mixed methods were used for collection and analyses of data. The results of the analysis of questionnaire and interviews indicate that the four language skills, namely listening, speaking, reading and writing are frequently used in students’ academic context and among the four, speaking is the most frequently used skill. Students are deficient in writing and speaking skills as compared to listening and reading; therefore, speaking and writing should be given preference while designing the syllabus.</em></p>

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