THE USE OF PORTFOLIOS ON EFL YOUNG LEARNERS’ SENTENCE WRITING: A CASE AT AN ENGLISH LANGUAGE CENTRE IN THE MEKONG DELTA

Abstract

The aim of this experimental study is two-fold: (1) to find out the extent that the portfolio affects EFL young learners’ sentence writing; (2) to explore learners’ attitudes towards the use of portfolio. Participants are 60 young learners enrolling Mover courses at an English language center situated in the Mekong Delta. Data were collected and analyzed quantitatively by means of 30 pre-tests (E1 and C1) and 60 post-tests to identify the degree of the treatment’s effectiveness. Additionally, semi-structured interviews were administrated to determine learners’ thoughts and opinions after using portfolios in their writing. Results have indicated the use of portfolio brings significantly positive effects on EFL young learners’ sentence writing ability and the participants have showed positive attitudes towards the use of portfolio