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FOSTERING ENGLISH COMMUNICATION PROFICIENCY: A STUDY ON THE IMPACT OF PROJECT-BASED LEARNING IN JOBLAB FOR GRADUATES

Olga Kissova, Tomas Lengyelfalusy

First published: 2024https://doi.org/10.35603/sws.iscss.2024/s08/57View metrics

Abstract

The study examines the impact of innovative Project-based learning (PBL) on enhancing the graduate English language learning approach called „JobLab“ at the University of Zilina, Slovakia. The paper explores the efficacy of integrating JobLab’s project-based approach into the learning framework to enhance graduate students’ verbal creativity and presentation proficiency. Forty-four graduates were divided into an experimental group (N=22) with project-based training and a control group (N=22) with conventional teaching (T-test). The classroom observations, pre-and-post-knowledge online testing comparison using the online testing Socrative platform, and Students’ self-assessment questionnaires were employed to gather data. This research adopts a mixed research approach. SPSS software was utilised for statistical analysis through qualitative and quantitative data analysis. This research highlights the practical benefits of project-based integration in JobLab as a catalyst for nurturing proficient communicators and future managers in various professional domains. Results indicate improved professional English language learning performance for the experimental group, positively impacting learners’ vocabulary acquisition, motivation, and self-awareness.

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Title
FOSTERING ENGLISH COMMUNICATION PROFICIENCY: A STUDY ON THE IMPACT OF PROJECT-BASED LEARNING IN JOBLAB FOR GRADUATES
Authors
Olga Kissova, Tomas Lengyelfalusy
Proceedings
Proceedings of 11th SWS International Scientific Conference on Social Sciences - ISCSS 2024
Publisher
SGEM WORLD SCIENCE (SWS) Scholarly Society
Year
2024
Pages
221-228
SWS Citekey
Kissova202414221228
ISSN
2682-9959
ISBN
978-3-903438-14-9
Language
en
Publication type
Proceedings Paper
Proceedings contents
Open official contents
Keywords
ESPJobLabMotivationProject-based Learning (PBL)Transferrable skills
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