Attitudes towards English language proficiency exams (IELTS and TOEFL)
in English speaking African countries: a case study of Nigerian students
and teachers
Abstract
Despite adopting the English language as the main language, English
language proficiency exams were instituted. These English proficiency
exams have triggered mixed reactions. The study through the adoption of
quantitative methodology examined hundred (100) respondents. The study
discovered that there were pre-existing negative perceptions about these
English language tests which influenced the reactions of the
respondents.