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The Effectiveness of Collaborative Learning on Developing Communicative Strategies in English for Specific Purpose Tour Guide Language Training Course at Tertiary Level
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Jian-Hao Huang – International Journal of Educational Methodology, 2023
The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of collaborative learning on learners' communicative strategies in English for specific purpose (ESP) tour guide training course. The 12-week study was conducted using a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test, following the instruction of twelve topics in the ESP language…
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, English for Special Purposes, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction
Washback of English Exit Exam (EEE) on Thai University Students' English Language Learning
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Sasima Charubusp; Orawan Wangsombat; Napatacha Sriwichai; Chanida Phongnapharuk – PASAA: Journal of Language Teaching and Learning in Thailand, 2025
Washback refers to the impact of a test on instruction and learning, with high-stakes tests exerting both positive and negative effects. This study examined the washback of an English exit exam (EEE) on English language learning at a Thai university where English-medium instruction is used in most academic disciplines. The EEE is an in-house…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Language Tests
Thai English? Non-Thai English Lecturers' Perceptions of Thai English and World Englishes
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Ambele, Eric A. – LEARN Journal: Language Education and Acquisition Research Network, 2022
The role of English as a medium of communication among diverse linguacultural users has resulted in a significant rise in the number of new Englishes. Using a semi-structured interview for data collection, this qualitative study investigates the perceptions of six foreign English lecturers at four universities in Thailand towards Thai English and…
Descriptors: Teacher Attitudes, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction
I Want It That Way! -- Engineering Students' Needs for English Language Preparation for the TOEIC Listening and Reading Test
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Taladngoen, Unaree; Pratumtone, Kannika; Thong-ngamkham, Tonghathai; Palawatwichai, Naruporn; Rakprang, Kwankamon; Thapkrathok, Maypreeya – THAITESOL Journal, 2023
Needs analysis is a critical step to undertake when executing the design and development of a course. This quantitative research aimed to investigate the engineering students' reasons for taking the TOEIC Listening and Reading Test and their needs for English language preparation for taking the test. The participants were 83 voluntary and…
Descriptors: Test Preparation, Foreign Countries, English (Second Language), Language Tests
Usability and Motivation Study of Mobile Application for English Language Proficiency Test Preparation in Thailand: A Case Study of TU-GET CBT
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Koowuttayakorn, Sichon; Taylor, Pimsiri – LEARN Journal: Language Education and Acquisition Research Network, 2022
Usability testing is a method that determines how userfriendly a website or a mobile application is. The present study investigated the usability of a newly launched mobile application called TU-GET CBT or Thammasat University General English Test (Computer-Based Test). It also strived to understand the extent to which the application contributes…
Descriptors: Usability, Language Proficiency, Language Tests, Test Preparation
Lexical Profiles of Thailand University Admission Tests
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Cherngchawano, Wirun; Jaturapitakkul, Natjiree – PASAA: Journal of Language Teaching and Learning in Thailand, 2014
University Admission Tests in Thailand are important documents which reflect Thailand's education system. To study at a higher education level, all students generally need to take the University Admission Tests designed by the National Institute of Educational Testing Service (NIETS). For the English test, vocabulary and reading comprehension is…
Descriptors: College Entrance Examinations, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Word Lists
The Types and Nature of Questions vis-à-vis Students' Test-Taking Skills as Significant Indicators of Second Language Examinees? Performance on the TOEFL-ITP Reading Comprehension Sub-Test
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Perez-Amurao, Analiza – Online Submission, 2011
This study examines the reading performance of selected students at the Pre-College program of the Mahidol University International College (PC-MUIC) as they are required to attain a score of 520 in the TOEFL-ITP (or equivalent performance in IELTS) to enter MUIC. Specifically, this research aims to evaluate whether the reading skills that…
Descriptors: Language Tests, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Reading Achievement