Journal of Languages and Translation
Volume 5, Numéro 2, Pages 88-100
2025-07-01
English Proficiency Assessment And Writing Skills Among Medical Students At The University Of Tlemcen
Authors : Benmammar Karima . Benmostefa Nawel .
Abstract
Assessment is a key tool for evaluating students’ performance in higher education. This study examines the written performance of English for Medical Purposes (EMP) students at the University of Tlemcen, focusing on assessment methods that enhance writing proficiency. The objectives are twofold: to explore the effectiveness of various assessment techniques and to evaluate the role of writing assessments in improving language skills among medical students. Data were collected from 108 students across three departments: Medicine, Pharmacy, and Dental Medicine, using combination of questionnaires and formative/summative evaluations. The evaluation comprised three methods: Multiple choice questions (MCQs), Short Open Responses (QROC), and writing exams. Results showed a high performance in MCQs, with 83.33% of students providing correct answers, while significant challenges were identified in the writing exams, where errors in grammar, spelling, and idea generation were prevalent. Notably, total errors in spelling accounted for 83.33%, and 55.56% of students struggled with idea formulation. The findings highlight the importance of targeted writing assessments in identifying specific areas for instructional improvement. The study concludes that integrating diverse assessment methods can effectively identify student weaknesses, guide instructional strategies, and enhance proficiency in medical English writing.
Keywords
Writing proficiency ; assessment methods ; medical English ; formative evaluation; summative evaluation; English language teaching.
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