Table 6.9 shows that students are receiving adequate support from their institutions in addressing the needs of English language communication. However, the majority of the respondents agree that they have considerable difficulties in understanding lecturers’ spoken and written English as well as students’ spoken English. It is also noted that students experience low levels of support in university administrative dealings due to the low numbers of administrative staff who are proficient in English language.
Table 6.9English language communication needs and support in a research context
No. Statement 3(%) M S.D. My institution provides opportunities to improve my
G1.1 Written English. 213(15.6) 322(23.5) 833(60.9) 3.64 1.13
G1.2 Spoken English. 225(16.5) 323(23.7) 814(59.8) 3.61 1.14 …show more content…
254(18.6) 375(27.5) 736(53.9) 3.46 1.11
G4.2 Provides support staff (e.g., lab assistant, technician, science officer, etc.) who are proficient in English to support research students. 288(21.1) 393(28.8) 683(50.1) 3.38 1.13 Overall Mean 3.66 0.69
Note: The responses range from strongly disagree (1) to strongly agree (5) International Exposure in Research Environment
The study found that the provision of international exposure in research environments is not very positive (Table 6.10). Although there were more respondents agreeing than disagreeing to the items on international research opportunities, joint international programs, and international exposure on campus, the difference was not overwhelming. However, student confirm that the international exposure received have helped them to become a better global citizen, build international identity, and will make them more employable.
Table 6.10International exposure in research environment
No. Statement 3(%) M S.D. My institution provides me with
H1.1 International research opportunities. (e.g., attachment) 320(23.5) 413(30.3) 631(46.3) 3.29 …show more content…
Some students, apparently, found the campus climate as unresponsive to their needs and educational expectations. Proposal Defense and Thesis
Table 6.9English language communication needs and support in a research context
No. Statement 3(%) M S.D. My institution provides opportunities to improve my
G1.1 Written English. 213(15.6) 322(23.5) 833(60.9) 3.64 1.13
G1.2 Spoken English. 225(16.5) 323(23.7) 814(59.8) 3.61 1.14 …show more content…
254(18.6) 375(27.5) 736(53.9) 3.46 1.11
G4.2 Provides support staff (e.g., lab assistant, technician, science officer, etc.) who are proficient in English to support research students. 288(21.1) 393(28.8) 683(50.1) 3.38 1.13 Overall Mean 3.66 0.69
Note: The responses range from strongly disagree (1) to strongly agree (5) International Exposure in Research Environment
The study found that the provision of international exposure in research environments is not very positive (Table 6.10). Although there were more respondents agreeing than disagreeing to the items on international research opportunities, joint international programs, and international exposure on campus, the difference was not overwhelming. However, student confirm that the international exposure received have helped them to become a better global citizen, build international identity, and will make them more employable.
Table 6.10International exposure in research environment
No. Statement 3(%) M S.D. My institution provides me with
H1.1 International research opportunities. (e.g., attachment) 320(23.5) 413(30.3) 631(46.3) 3.29 …show more content…
Some students, apparently, found the campus climate as unresponsive to their needs and educational expectations. Proposal Defense and Thesis