Cultivating Job-Seeking Skills in Youth: Exploring Vietnamese EFL Learners’ Experiences With the English for Employability Skills Program
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17507/jltr.1506.27Keywords:
vocational English program, English learners, employability skills, Vietnam, EFLAbstract
This study examined the impact of a vocational English program on English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners' experience at University A in Vietnam. The research involved 20 participants and employed semi-structured interviews as the data collection method. The findings revealed that the program had a positive influence on participants' language and employability skills, as well as personal growth. Improved confidence, language proficiency, and various employability skills were reported among the participants. However, the study also identified the importance of addressing individual learning needs, optimizing resource utilization, and considering program duration. These findings make a valuable contribution to the existing literature on teaching English and developing employability skills in Vietnam, offering valuable insights into the effectiveness of English language training programs.
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