Assessing the College English Preparation Program: A CIPP-Based Evaluation at Islamic Azad University

Jarahi Dokooshkani, Paniz; Karimi, Hossein

doi:10.22080/iselt.2025.29224.1101

Assessing the College English Preparation Program: A CIPP-Based Evaluation at Islamic Azad University

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

¹ Department of Foreign Languages, West Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran

² PhD Candidate, Department of English Language Teaching, West Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran

10.22080/iselt.2025.29224.1101

Abstract

The evaluation and assessment of English language preparation programs play a crucial role in determining their effectiveness and functionality. Thus, to address the effectiveness of the English preparation program in higher education, this study aims to examine the English language preparation program at Islamic Azad University, West Tehran Branch, using the CIPP (Context, Input, Process, Product) model. Employing a descriptive research design concerning the quantitative approach, the study utilized the translated version of Kuzu (2020) Likert scale instrument with 28 items to collect data from 73 college students (aged 19–40). The obtained numerical data were processed using SPSS and analyzed descriptively by measures of central tendency and dispersion. The results show that students critically assessed various aspects of the college English preparation program, including content, needs analysis, level adaptation, and classroom atmosphere. However, they demonstrated negative views regarding the program’s support regarding their oral skills, classroom interactions, and rehearsals. Conversely, technology integration in the classrooms was positively evaluated. Finally, this study has significant implications for developers of EFL programs and materials, heads of EFL departments, and administrators seeking solutions to enhance the effectiveness of college English preparation programs.

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Main Subjects

Educational Planning, Curriculum Development, and Policy Design

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