English-as-a-Second-Language Programs for Matriculated Students in the United States: An Exploratory Survey and Some Issues
- Author(s):
- Ling, Guangming; Wolf, Mikyung Kim; Cho, Yeonsuk; Wang, Yuan
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Report Number:
- RR-14-11
- Source:
- ETS Research Report
- Document Type:
- Report
- Page Count:
- 19
- Subject/Key Words:
- English as a Second Language (ESL), Placement Tests, Matriculation, English Language Learning Programs, Student Placement, Procedures, Higher Education
Abstract
Analyses of these three sources of data revealed that ESL programs for matriculated students exist in more than half of colleges and universities sampled, that they provide a wide range of ESL courses focusing on different language skills, and that these programs make use of a variety of placement tests and procedures. We summarize these different placement procedures using a general model, highlight issues that need further investigations, and conclude with key findings and limitations.
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