scholarly journals Improving English Language Proficiency of Graduate Students by Online Learning Apps available on Smartphone

2019 ◽  
Vol IV (III) ◽  
pp. 535-543
Author(s):  
Shahida Naz ◽  
Mamuna Ghani ◽  
Shahid Nawaz
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Graduate Students ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
Digital Literacy ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Skills ◽  
English Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language Skills

The field of digital literacy is developing rapidly; consequently, the interest of researchers has also shifted now. The current research study was to explore the role of online learning Apps available on smartphones in improving graduate students' English language proficiency. Quantitative and qualitative research methods were used in this study. Data were collected through a questionnaire that had close-ended and open-ended questions. Questionnaires were distributed among 480 graduate-level students studying in 6 universities of Punjab, Pakistan. Data were analyzed by using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS 22.0) to find out results in the form of Percentage, Mean Score, Standard Deviation by applying the Independent Sample T-Test. The results of the study demonstrated the potential of Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) as an anticipatory approach to improving English language skills. Results showed that students were pleased to use smartphones to improve their English language proficiency. They responded positively about the role of smartphones in improving English language skills. On the basis of findings, the researcher concluded that smartphone plays an important role in improving students' English language proficiency.

scholarly journals Do Enclaves Matter in Immigrant Adjustment?

2019 ◽  
pp. 323-360
Author(s):  
George J. Borjas ◽  
Barry R. Chiswick ◽  
George J. Borjas ◽  
Barry R. Chiswick ◽  
George J. Borjas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
Adult Male ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Skills ◽  
English Language Proficiency ◽  
Ethnic Concentration ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
English Language Skills

This chapter is concerned with the determinants and consequences of immigrant/linguistic concentrations (enclaves). The reasons for the formation of these concentrations are discussed. Hypotheses are developed regarding “ethnic goods” and the effect of concentrations on the immigrant's language skills, as well as the effects on immigrant earnings of destination language skills and the linguistic concentration. These hypotheses are tested using PUMS data from the 1990 U.S. Census on adult male immigrants from non-English-speaking countries. Linguistic concentrations reduce the immigrant’s own English language skills. Moreover, immigrants’ earnings are lower the lower their English language proficiency and the greater the linguistic/ethnic concentration in their origin language of the area in which they live. The adverse effects on earnings of poor destination language skills and of immigrant concentrations exist independently of each other. The hypotheses regarding ethnic goods are supported by the data.

scholarly journals Enriching Cognizance at the Tertiary Level Students During Transition

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (4.36) ◽  
pp. 665
Author(s):  
K. Jeyagowri ◽  
R. Abilasha ◽  
M. Ilankumaran
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Skills ◽  
Educational Background ◽  
Cognitive Skill ◽  
English Language Proficiency ◽  
Tertiary Level ◽  
College Level ◽  
Learning Skills

English language, as a global lingua franca, has its own respect and importance throughout the world. It is considered to be the shrine of knowledge. It is significant to acquire the English language proficiency, to be placed in good jobs. Though every college gives prime importance to English language, unfortunately most of the students fail to acquire good command over the language. In certain cases, students have the poor ability to comprehend learning at the college level because of their different educational background or capability. There are certain hurdles that affect the students from learning the language. Cognizance is an important component of the tertiary level students. Enriching cognizance of students refers to how the learners develop their knowledge in order to get a better idea of learning, awareness of the language skills they notice, and the observation of language learning. The objective of cognizance is to provide more knowledge to students. It promotes self-motivation of the students and enhances their basic skills of learning. Cognitive skill develops the student’s learning skills, notice, recollection and thoughts. This article deals with how cognizance in language learning is developed and thereby to sharpen their skills of learning. Furthermore, this paper analyses the causes and effects of the students’ transitional dilemma at the tertiary level in acquiring language efficacy. It offers some ideas and results based on the problems among the students in attaining the fluency in communication through developing cognition skills. Moreover, the study proposes to help the students to achieve the objective of education.   

scholarly journals Do Enclaves Matter in Immigrant Adjustment?

2005 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chiswick Barry R. ◽  
Paul W. Miller
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
Adult Male ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Skills ◽  
English Language Proficiency ◽  
Ethnic Concentration ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
English Language Skills

This paper is concerned with the determinants and consequences of immigrant/linguistic concentrations (enclaves). The reasons for the formation of these concentrations are discussed. Hypotheses are developed regarding “ethnic goods” and the effect of concentrations on the immigrant's language skills, as well as the effects on immigrant earnings of destination language skills and the linguistic concentration. These hypotheses are tested using PUMS data from the 1990 U.S. Census on adult male immigrants from non‐English speaking countries. Linguistic concentrations reduce the immigrant's own English language skills. Moreover, immigrant's earnings are lower the lower their English‐language proficiency and the greater the linguistic/ethnic concentration in their origin language of the area in which they live. The adverse effects on earnings of poor destination language skills and of immigrant concentrations exist independently of each other. The hypotheses regarding ethnic goods are supported by the data.

A study of Importance of English Language Proficiency in Hospitality Industry and the Role of Hospitality Educators in Enhancing the Same Amongst The Students

2015 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Arati Prabhu ◽  
Prachi Wani
Keyword(s):  
Language Proficiency ◽  
Hospitality Industry ◽  
English Language ◽  
English Language Proficiency ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Hotel Management ◽  
Innovative Teaching ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Teaching Learning

The study is undertaken to understand the importance of English language skills in the Indian hospitality industry, and the gaps therein. It studies the challenge as it exists in Pune city, and how AISSMS College of Hotel Management & Catering Technology has attempted to address the issue(s). The study aims at gathering primary information by means of questionnaires. It sheds light on the gap between existing and desired standards of English proficiency. It also highlights the attempts by the three important stakeholders in order to address the issue. Though, attempts are made from the industry, teachers and students, it is recognized that joint efforts need to be made to tackle the problem collectively and from all sides. It is an urgent calling for innovative teaching learning practices and encouraging sound develop initiatives and commitment. The primary data is across the cross section of Pune hoteliers, teachers and students of the college. The findings reflect the importance of English as the universal medium of communication, and its importance in rendering quality service and importantly.

Earnings of Hispanic Men: The Role of English Language Proficiency

1983 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 101-130 ◽  
Author(s):  
Walter McManus ◽  
William Gould ◽  
Finis Welch
Keyword(s):  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
English Language Proficiency ◽  
Hispanic Men

scholarly journals What happens to international students’ english after one semester at university?

2008 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 4.1-4.17
Author(s):  
Neomy Storch ◽  
Kathryn Hill
Keyword(s):  
International Students ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Skills ◽  
English Language Proficiency ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Language Test ◽  
First Semester ◽  
Number Of Factors ◽  
The Impact

There is a common expectation, particularly amongst international students, that studying in an English-medium university should automatically produce a significant improvement in their English language skills. However, there is growing evidence to suggest that this is not necessarily the case.This paper reports on a study which investigated the impact of one semester of study at a university on the English language proficiency of a sample of 40 international students. This was measured by comparing the students’ scores on a diagnostic English language test at the beginning and end of their first semester. A comparison of discourse measures of writing in terms of fluency, complexity and accuracy was also undertaken. Background information, including details of ESL support, if any, was collected for all participants via questionnaires, and interviews were conducted with a subset of the participants.It was found that studying in an English-medium university generally led to an improvement in English language proficiency. The paper identifies a number of factors which appear to support language development, as well as factors that may inhibit it.

scholarly journals Editorial

2014 ◽  
Vol 37 (3) ◽  
pp. 190-197 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ingrid Piller
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
Social Order ◽  
Social Inclusion ◽  
English Language ◽  
Equal Opportunity ◽  
Linguistic Diversity ◽  
English Language Proficiency ◽  
Editorial Introduction ◽  
Original Research

This editorial introduction orients the reader to current public debates and the state of research with regard to the intersection of linguistic diversity and social inclusion in contemporary Australia. These are characterised by a persistent lack of attention to the consequences of linguistic diversity for our social organisation. The editorial introduction serves to frame the five original research articles that comprise this special issue and identifies the key challenges that linguistic diversity presents for a fair and just social order. These challenges run as red threads through all the articles in this issue and include the persistent monolingual mindset which results in a pervasive language blindness and an inability to even identify language as an obstacle to inclusion. Furthermore, where language is recognised as an obstacle to inclusion this usually takes the form of assuming that an individual suffers from a lack of English language proficiency. Improving English language proficiency is then prescribed as a panacea for inclusion. However, on close examination that belief in itself can constitute a form of exclusion with detrimental effects both on language learning and equal opportunity.

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