These results give support to research outlining the importance of English proficiency (Yushau & Omar, 2007), and in particular, vocabulary knowledge as a prerequisite for academic success in English medium programs (Meara, et al. 1997; Waring & Nation, 2004; Hsueh-Chao & Nation, 2000).
Recent studies emphasize the importance of the proficiency of the clinical neurologic assessment (13, 14).
However, clinical examination is not always reproducible, and recent studies emphasize the importance of the proficiency of the clinical neurological assessment (24).
This study contributes to a growing body of research stressing the fundamental importance of L2 English proficiency for achieving success in English medium tertiary education programs (Murray, 2012; Read, 2008; Harrington & Roche, submitted).
This reflects the importance of teacher language proficiency as it relates to interaction with students in conjunction with the extent to which students are involved in and interact with teacher instruction in English.
The following example illustrates this point: A general manager in a high-technology company (B13) indicated that although his company does not force applicants to pass certain English proficiency tests, those who did so had better opportunities at work, and employees were well aware of the importance of enhancing their English proficiency.
Cross-sectional evidence has grown regarding the importance of fundamental movement skill proficiency, showing that it is positively associated with total PA [ 25], moderate-to-vigorous PA [ 26], skill-specific PA [ 27] and organised PA [ 28] in youth.
To illustrate the importance of choosing the methods and proficiency test item, some trials are described in the chapter.
This process was undertaken from the inception of the test and reflects the importance of minimum levels of science proficiency required in graduate medical studies.
The central importance of commutability of reference or proficiency testing materials in evaluating the accuracy of clinical laboratory testing cannot be overemphasized (13).
