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Language Proficiency of Bachelor of Teaching English as a Second Language Students in a Malaysian Public Education University: A Case Study Exploring their Concerns and Challenges

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The current research undertaken investigated the language proficiency of Bachelor of Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) students at a public education university in Malaysia.We used a mixed-methods research strategy by combining data collected from completed questionnaires and interview sessions.A total of 126 student volunteers took part in the questionnaire survey, while 10 were selected for the interviews.The findings revealed that students generally struggled with academic English, mainly writing and speaking.Several factors influencing their language proficiency, including their mother tongue and limited exposure to educational practices, to name a few, were identified.We concluded by recommending a multi-pronged strategy for addressing language proficiency.

Source: International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences

DOI: 10.6007/ijarbss/v15-i5/25442

Authors: Zamzam Shah Kassim, Mahendran A/L Maniam

Language: English

Topic: EFL/ESL Teaching and Learning

Subfield: Language and Linguistics

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4410250558

FWCI: 3.861

Cites: 51

Cited by: 1

Related to: 10