International student perspectives: a transformative journey towards English language proficiency (LanguageCert Signature Event)

  • Jordan, E. (Invited speaker)
  • Cathy Jones (Speaker)
  • Xuan Gou (Invited speaker)
  • Zhenyi Dong (Invited speaker)

Activity: Talk or presentation typesInvited talk

Description

For international students, mastering English can be a gateway to unlocking academic, professional, and personal potential. This panel will explore the transformative potential of English language proficiency tests designed with this
broader purpose in mind: not merely as a one-time gateway to university admission, but as instruments that prepare learners to thrive, survive, and flourish in higher education environments and beyond. This panel, comprising academics, assessment specialists and international students will discuss real-world language skills most critical for academic success.
Period11 Apr 2025
Event titleThe 58th IATEFL Annual Conference
Event typeConference
LocationEdinburgh, United KingdomShow on map
Degree of RecognitionInternational

Keywords

  • international education
  • English language
  • English language teaching
  • TESOL
  • language assessment