Evaluating English for Academic Purposes in some Cameroonian Universities

Abstract

This paper evaluates the situation of EAP teaching in Cameroon State universities. The government language policy as well as some programmes and teaching methods were subjected to a needs analysis questionnaire of students' expectations and opinions (N=600). Results show poor management of the subject and discrepancy between learners' needs and the outcome of the programme followed. Finally, some suggestions for improvement are made.

Keywords: learners' needs, specific language, programme design, teaching methods, EAP