KOTESOL International Conference 2016
(Concurrent Session)
Anthony Marshall, Shizuoka University of Art and Culture
Jack Ryan, Shizuoka University of Art and Culture
Measuring the Effectiveness of Overseas Intensive English Programs
Abstract
Many universities in both Korea and Japan have partner relationships with overseas institutions and conduct activities such as study abroad programs, research exchanges and summer intensive language programs. However, to what extent do these relationships actually benefit students? The research described in this presentation used quantitative and qualitative assessment measures to attempt to gauge the effectiveness, in terms of spoken fluency, spoken accuracy, natural language usage, pronunciation, and confidence, of two overseas intensive English programs in the summer of 2015 for students of Shizuoka University of Art and Culture in Japan. The two programs were officially sanctioned by the university. Results indicated that some students showed significant improvement in fluency, and vocabulary. This presentation will explain in detail the methodology, results and possible confounding factors.
Biographicals
Anthony Marshall is an English lecturer at Shizuoka University of Art and Culture. He teaches English Communication courses in speaking & listening, reading & writing, as well as Multimedia. He is an IELTS speaking examiner and prepares students to take the IELTS exam. His research interests include improving spoken fluency, task improvement, and the use of recording equipment.
Jack Ryan is an associate professor at Shizuoka University of Art and Culture. He teaches courses such as Survey of English Literature, Global Issues, English Composition as well as English communication courses. His research interests include content-based instruction, vocabulary acquisition and the future of English education in Japan.
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