Can Erasmus Exchange Programs help undergraduate tourism students improve their language skills?

Erasmus+ supports inter-European exchanges for many students each year. The participants must take a pre- and post-test with Online Language Support (OLS). The study measured students' English development using OLS pre- and post-test scores from 2015 to 2021. Mixed methods with an explanatory-sequential design was utilized in this research. This study demonstrated a notable enhancement in students test scores within the competency levels B1-B2. Integration through joint display analysis helped clarify the quantitative results. Practical and theoretical implications of student exchange programs on language improvement are presented, including length of stay, interaction, and self-confidence.

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Journal of International Students
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2025-09-20
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https://doi.org/10.32674/ys7ksn97
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International Student and Expatriate Challenges
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Can Erasmus Exchange Programs help undergraduate tourism students improve their language skills?

Abdullah Tanrısevdi, Turan Okul
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International Student and Expatriate Challenges
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Can Erasmus Exchange Programs help undergraduate tourism students improve their language skills?

Abdullah Tanrısevdi, Turan Okul
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Abstract

Erasmus+ supports inter-European exchanges for many students each year. The participants must take a pre- and post-test with Online Language Support (OLS). The study measured students' English development using OLS pre- and post-test scores from 2015 to 2021. Mixed methods with an explanatory-sequential design was utilized in this research. This study demonstrated a notable enhancement in students test scores within the competency levels B1-B2. Integration through joint display analysis helped clarify the quantitative results. Practical and theoretical implications of student exchange programs on language improvement are presented, including length of stay, interaction, and self-confidence.

Journal of International StudentsVol. 15(11)
Kyrgyz-Türkish Manas Üniversity (KG), Adnan Menderes University (TR)
Openalex Percentile: Top 70%
International Student and Expatriate Challenges
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