New media and English language proficiency: an evolution (higher education context)
List of Authors
  • Noraien Mansor , Nur Aaminah Azhar

Keyword
  • English, Communication skill, Information Communication Technology (ICT)

Abstract
  • Education has always been the main focus for a country’s economic growth. The education system of a country plays a crucial role in shaping the future of the nation as education is a vital catalyst in developing and generating skillful students; i.e. generation, who can confidently gain a competitive edge in this era of Information Communication Technology (ICT). The main aim is to inculcate students’ critical thinking skills, effective communication skills as well as competence in English language communication skills.

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