Is Fluency in English Beyond the Bound of a Graduate’s Ability?

Abstract

Parleys about certain topics in the academic world isnot going to be ceased until the last breath of this planet. How one can acquire fluency in English is such a topic. This article is prompted by the realization that even though the syllabi of English language papers of degree courses of Kerala universities have received much face lifts to shape them according to the necessity of today but still the ultimate goal-the acquisition of good communication skill-remains to be unachieved. If this is to be continued several working age adults would remain out of work force since proficiency in English language is considered a vital requirement not only in international job markets but also in our own country. Without much strain one can understand that in hectic semester system of undergraduate courses both teachers and learners are handcuffed and the former’s main concern would be to complete the portions in due time and the latter’s focus is to overcome the examination hurdle just anyhow. And the audio CDs attached withEnglish Communication text books are seldom used by the both parties. Verily, this is not a malady without any medicine. It is curable by applying some learning strategies. The development of collaborative learning strategies should be promoted and with positive exposures the goal can be materialised.