English is the major language of science and the professions and the official language of many
international and professional organizations. Almost every second, a prospective international student
who wants to engage himself in further studies has to learn and attain a certain level of English
proficiency as English is the medium of instruction and assessment in class in almost every university
worldwide. However, for many learners there is a genuine fear of performing in the second language,
a phenomenon known as (foreign or second) language anxiety which can hinder performance and
achievement.