scholarly journals An Analysis of the English Language Needs of Medical Professionals Within the Saudi Context: An Exploratory Study in Light of Covid-19 Pandemic

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (6) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Misfer Ali Hasan Azzhrani ◽  
Ahmed Alghamdi
Keyword(s):  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Medical Professional ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Medical Professionals ◽  
Sample Population ◽  
International Crisis ◽  
Medical Language ◽  
Medical English ◽  
Language Needs

This study, based on explanatory sequential, mixed methods, descriptive research design, was conducted at eleven hospitals and medical centers in the city of Makkah in the Western Province in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The study aimed at exploring the efficacy of the current ESP courses at Saudi tertiary institutes and whether those courses meet the needs of the medical professionals with regards to medical English language proficiency. In addition, the study explored the needs of English medical language proficiency during an international crisis such as the recent corona virus (covid-19) pandemic. The quantitative and qualitative primary data collection was gathered from the medical professionals' responses to a custom designed, twenty-nine items on a psychometric five-point Likert items and open-ended questions, questionnaire. The overall sample population of the medical professional participants in this study was 315 participates (130 male and 185 female participants). The gathered quantitative data from the questionnaire was statistically analysed and the qualitative data gathered from the three open ended questions was analysed for emergent codes using open coding and eventually forming overarching themes. The findings of the study indicated that medical professionals in KSA regard English medical language proficiency as a vital necessity for the profession, especially during an international crisis requiring global communication and cooperation. Furthermore, the majority of the participants indicated that they are not satisfied with the current English language courses provided on the undergraduate level since they felt that rigid and comprehensive English for Specific Purposes (ESP) courses with designated focus on medical English to meet their English language needs are required. Suggestions and emphasis with regards to the provision of medical ESP at tertiary level institutions in KSA are given and possible recommendations for further research investigations in future are also given.

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.

scholarly journals English Language Challenges among Students of Princess Aisha Bint Al-Hussein College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Al-Hussein Bin Talal University

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 809 ◽  
Author(s):  
Reem Rabea ◽  
Nusaiba Adel Almahameed ◽  
Ahmad H. Al-Nawafleh ◽  
Jawad Obaidi
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Learning Challenges ◽  
Medical English ◽  
Time Period ◽  
College Of Nursing ◽  
Nursing Health

The aim of the current study is to investigate the perceived learning challenges as well as the coping strategies employed by Nursing and Health Sciences (NHS) students at Al-Hussein Bin Talal University (AHU) in dealing with general and medical English as a foreign language in the learning process. Princess Aisha Bint Al-Hussein College of Nursing & Health Sciences (PAC) at AHU needs to address these challenges to meet the low-level grades of its students. A three-part questionnaire was used for data collection over a time period of three consecutive academic semesters. It is a 26-item self-reported questionnaire with a 5-point Likert-type scale. Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) was used for statistical analysis. The reliability of the scale was tested using Cronbach alpha. The outcomes showed that the students struggle with the issue of limited language proficiency. This problem, then, which the study’s outcomes present is twofold: firstly, due to the students’ lack of knowledge and proficiency in general English and secondly, because of students’ lack of proficiency in medical English. Actually, students are not only burdened by the fact that they lack the proficiency of general English but further by their unfamiliarity with medical English.

How can movies be effective in learning English idiomatic and everyday expressions?

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 107-115
Author(s):  
Asma Iranmanesh ◽  
Laya Heidari Darani
Keyword(s):  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Language Teachers ◽  
Placement Test ◽  
Sample Population ◽  
Efl Learners ◽  
Paired Samples ◽  
English Major ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Learning English

AbstractThis study aimed at examining the effect of movies on learning English idiomatic and everyday expressions among Iranian EFL learners. The sample population of this study was English major students of Islamic Azad University, Isfahan (Khorasgan) Branch. Their first language was Persian and their age ranged between 25 and 45. The participants were 30 male and female students who were chosen based on their scores in a placement test to ensure that they were in the same level of English language proficiency. An experimental design was used in which pre-test–post-test was utilised. After the data were analysed statistically through a paired-samples t-test, the results showed that movies had significant effects on learning English idiomatic and everyday expressions among Iranian EFL learners and improves their English learning. Thus, language teachers and syllabus designers can include movies as an effective and interesting tool in teaching vocabulary in general and idiomatic and everyday expressions

scholarly journals Needs Analysis of English Language for Geoscience Undergraduates of Bamyan University

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Yasin Hamdard
Keyword(s):  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Main Tool ◽  
Intermediate Level ◽  
Needs Analysis ◽  
Language Program ◽  
English Classes ◽  
Student Questionnaire ◽  
Language Needs ◽  
Vital Effect

The purpose of this investigation was to identify the English language needs of the students currently studying at the Geoscience faculty of Bamyan University in Afghanistan. Total number of 306 under-graduates of Geoscience students from the second and third-year classes took part in this investigation. The main tool for data collection was a student questionnaire used to evaluate learners’ perceptions and needs of the English language. The results of the study show that when students come to the University, the English language proficiencies are quite low. The finding of the research shows that 20 per cent of the students’ level are beginner, 30 per cent of the students’ level are in pre-intermediate, 30 per cent of them are intermediate level and 15 per cent of them are in the upper-intermediate level and 5 per cent of them are in advance level. And most of the students’ study English for academic purpose and for their future profession. Likewise, the students believe that their English language proficiency has a vital effect on their academic performance in content subjects. Furthermore, the current English language program and classroom resources do not fulfil their needs as they prefer to have a class with lots of activities or more student-centred. Moreover, a majority of the students were not satisfied with the amount of time allocated for English classes. In addition, the majority of the students believe that if we don’t know English well, we can’t find a handsomely paid job. It is hoped that the findings of this study would be the basis for designing a suitable course that would meet students’ needs. Keywords: Needs analysis, English language needs, language proficiency

scholarly journals Developing disciplinary discourse in a first-year engineering course: The DELNA initiative

2021 ◽  
Vol 31 ◽  
pp. 126-135
Author(s):  
Faye D'Silva ◽  
Penny Kinnear
Keyword(s):  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Engineering Students ◽  
Academic Language ◽  
Academic Literacy ◽  
First Year ◽  
Discursive Practices ◽  
First Year Students ◽  
Disciplinary Discourse ◽  
Language Needs

First-year students in higher education settings tend to face ongoing challenges with variations in discursive practices and genres within their discipline. Within this context, a Diagnostic English Language Needs Assessment (DELNA) was administered to first-year engineering students to assess the strengths and needs of their ability to navigate academic language. The purpose of this paper is to report on our initiative to support student’s development of academic literacy, specifically their disciplinary language proficiency through the implementation of pedagogical support activities.   

scholarly journals Students’ Perceptions on the Application of Standardized English Language Proficiency Test as Graduation Requirement in Tourism Higher Education in Indonesia (A Case Study at Trisakti School of Tourism)

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 153
Author(s):  
Nurti Rahayu
Keyword(s):  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
English Language Proficiency ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
University Graduates ◽  
Proficiency Tests ◽  
Effective Program ◽  
Language Proficiency Test ◽  
English Competence

The growing importance of English competence in various industries is one of the pull factors of the increasing need of English Language Proficiency (ELP) for university graduates. One of the ways to motivate students’ English competence is to set English language proficiency as graduation benchmark. This study aims to describe students’ perspectives on such policy and how it affects the students’ learning. A descriptive qualitative research is employed. A questionnaire is used to gain the primary data. The research participants are students of Trisakti School of tourism who has experienced such policy. The questionnaires comprise of two parts: demographic data and questions of students’ perceptions on various aspects on the usage of English language proficiency tests. Students’ perception on various campus program to improve English competence is also asked.  The results reveal that students are familiar with the international standardized tests such as TOEIC, TOEFL and IELTS and they do make various preparation for the tests. As much as 60% of the respondents agree with the campus policy to set TOEIC and TOEFL score for graduation requirements. As for students’ perception on campus program, the results reveal that awarding scholarship for the top achiever students and live in program in English speaking program are considered to be the most effective program. The least effective programs are class grouping based on test score. The results can be of a valuable source for policy makers in the institution to develop a more effective program ti improve the students’  English competence.

Language Needs Situated in a Context-Sensitive Workplace

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Chan Swee Heng ◽  
Ain Nadzimah Abdullah ◽  
Rosli Talif
Keyword(s):  
Language Proficiency ◽  
English Language ◽  
Tertiary Education ◽  
Modern World ◽  
Positive Direction ◽  
Essential Condition ◽  
Context Sensitive ◽  
World Demand ◽  
Language Needs ◽  
Almost All

The fast-paced, technologically advanced modern world has embraced English as the current ‘lingua franca’ of tertiary education, international commerce, tourism and diplomacy. International business, collaboration and global exchange seem to depend on effective communication in English. Malaysia is currently experiencing an emerging trend to focus on workplace specific language needs. This is to meet the incumbent demands of social and economic development in contemporary Malaysian society where employees with high English language proficiency are invariably in demand. Nowadays, pushed mainly by economic and political needs, almost all trades and professions around the world demand people who are able to use English effectively as an essential tool for establishing meaningful communication, and as an essential condition in order to work in today’s global context. Data for the study reveals a diverse spectrum of language needs that should characterize an employee who fits into the context-sensitive workplace. Meeting these language needs point to a positive direction in helping to create a more competitive form of human capital for the nation.Keywords:

scholarly journals The (de)construction of culture in interpreter-mediated medical discourse

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tatjana R. Felberg ◽  
Hanne Skaaden
Keyword(s):  
Language Proficiency ◽  
Language Barriers ◽  
Medical Professional ◽  
Medical Discourse ◽  
Human Interaction ◽  
Medical Professionals ◽  
Professional Integrity ◽  
Communication Problems

In Norway, perceived communication problems in medical encounters with minority patients are often ascribed to ‘culture’ by the professional in charge of the institutional dialogue. Even in literature on medical encounters involving language barriers and interpreting, culture is used as an explanatory tool for observed complications, and an expansion of the interpreter role is suggested as the remedy. Comparing statements about the concept ‘culture’ made by medical professionals against a backdrop of Norwegian legislative texts on the role of the medical professional and interpreter, this article deconstructs culture as an explanatory tool. It is suggested that the source of the perceived problems of communication may lie at general levels of human interaction, e.g. concentration or language proficiency, rather than culture. We argue that the use of the concept of culture may lead to ‘othering’ of minority patients, may conceal rather than reveal communication problems, and may confuse the intersection between interpreters’ and medical professionals’ areas of expertise. Ultimately, not only minority patients’ health but also medical personnel’s professional integrity may be threatened.

Medical English vs. Literary English: A Contrastive Analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 860-873
Author(s):  
JAMEEL AHMAD
Keyword(s):  
Figurative Language ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Linguistic Features ◽  
Research Papers ◽  
Medical Language ◽  
Medical English ◽  
Inner Self ◽  
Experimental Validity ◽  
Language Needs ◽  
Lexical Density

The present study tends to determine what kinds of linguistic features and styles distinguish Medical English from literary English. Corpus analyses of both the varieties were taken into account. Ten scientific research papers drawn from each genre were linguistically analyzed. It was found that the kind of English used in Medical sciences is marked with accuracy, precision and hybridized language mixed with Latin and French. Medical scientists reveal proven facts and findings whereas literary writers just illustrate their creative thoughts with illusions, allusions and figurative language. Literary language contains non universal features and represents the artist's inner self which doesn't at all need extraneous and empirical evidence to put forth his spontaneous overflow of powerful feeling. On the contrary, medical language needs empirical experience and experimental validity. The investigation also suggests that medical English contains more passivation, nominalization, lexical density and foregrounding which are found far less in literary English. Moreover, medical scientists unlike literary artists , are adhered to a clearly defined IMRAD structure which contains Introduction, Methods, Result and Discussion sections.

scholarly journals 28. How Much Language Do They Need? The Dilemma English-Medium Universities Face When Enrolling English as an Additional Language Students

2011 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 172 ◽  
Author(s):  
Janet Von Randow
Keyword(s):  
Language Proficiency ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
English Language ◽  
Academic Language ◽  
Subsequent Development ◽  
First Year ◽  
Domestic Students ◽  
Language Background ◽  
Language Needs ◽  
Post Entry

Although international and domestic students applying to English-medium universities may well meet the minimum language entry requirement, recent research indicates that this level of language proficiency often does not provide students with the means to cope effectively with their academic studies (Barthel, 2007; Elder, 2003; Read & Hayes, 2003). To resolve this dilemma our major, multicultural New Zealand university is addressing the problem through implementation of the Diagnostic English Language Needs Assessment (DELNA), a post-entry programme administered to all first-year undergraduate students, regardless of their language background. We use the diagnostic outcomes to guide individual students with particular needs to appropriate forms of academic language enrichment. This paper outlines DELNA’s history and administration, student responses to the assessment and the subsequent development and uptake of language support options.

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