Survey: Studying abroad

Introduction

   There are various ways to improve English. No doubt, studying abroad is one of the best way to learn English. This survey was conducted by students in English Education major to see (1) the effect of studying abroad according to time they spent in English speaking country and (2) which part of English skills improved best.

Method

   To find out the student’s background, the survey asked the students about an experience of studying abroad and the country they went to study English and how long they spent time in the county. 7 students responded this survey.

Experience of studying abroad

    All 7 students who responded to this survey have an experience of studying abroad. Most students prefered to go to U.S.A to study English and rest of the students went to U.K, Canada, Australia and Philippines. This survey says that the more they spent times in the country, the more they are satisfied with their English improvement. All of the students think that through the experience of studying abroad, they could improve their speaking skill best, but in the survey, they could choose only one part of the 4 skills. If there were more options, the result could have been changed.

Personal idea of studying abroad

   Many student said that studying abroad is really good way to improve English skills, but it is quite expensive. When it comes to English achievement, some students emphasized that it really depends on how hard they study in the country.

Conclusion

  People who have an experience of studying abroad are satisfied with their English achievement according to the time they spent in a certain country. All of the students answered that they could improve their speaking skill best.