Abstract
As study abroad programs have increased annually by 10%, numerous researchers have examined how participation in study abroad programs have affected second language acquisition (SLA) in students (Isabelli-Garcia, et. al, 2018). Reviewing previous literature evaluating the relationship between study abroad programs and undergraduate students overall academic achievement, personal growth, and career preparation, it has been found that study abroad programs impact students academically, emotionally, and cognitively. Specifically focusing on factors such as the duration of study abroad programs, personality of students, students’ motivations, and engagement with peers abroad, the current literature review provides explanations of relevant SLA theoretical frameworks and a cumulative review of previous literature to explore the effects of study abroad programs on students’ ability to acquire a second language.
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Odewald, Isabel
(2025)
"The Effects of Study Abroad Programs on Second Language Acquisition (SLA),"
NEXUS: The Liberty Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies: Vol. 2:
Iss.
1, Article 3.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.70623/XHXP4021
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/nexus/vol2/iss1/3
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Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education Commons, First and Second Language Acquisition Commons, Global Studies Commons, International and Intercultural Communication Commons, Language and Literacy Education Commons, Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Commons
