This article show the result of the researchers have studied mostly the effects of study abroad on language learning in medium- and long term (semester- or academic year abroad) programs. The present study attempts to contribute to our understanding of the impact of short-term study abroad on students. It investigates students' motivative for participating in a one-month summer program in Germany, their expectations about learning progress at the beginning of the program, and their perceived progress in various language skills at the end of program.