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Volume 9
Teachers Articles
February 2006
Article 1

Article Title

Exploring a Summer English Language Camp Experience in China: A Descriptive Case Study

Authors

Mervyn J. Wighting, PhD
Assistant Professor of Education, Regent University

Deanna L. Nisbet, EdD
Assistant Professor of Education, Regent University

Evie R. Tindall, EdD
Associate Professor, Regent University

This paper reports on a descriptive study of a summer English language camp held in China. Chinese youths ages 8-18 were taught conversational English through a variety of classes and activities. Instructors were visiting teachers from the USA assisted by local Chinese teachers. Qualitative methods were used to gather data. Results indicate that the camp was beneficial to the students and to both groups of teachers. Recommendations for further study are included.

Key words: China, communicative competence, EFL, language camp

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