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Exploring Social Influences on Self-Identity Formation through English Language Proficiency Delviana Iloponu; Hanisa Hanafi; Muziatun
Research Review: Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Research Review: Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin (Februari 2025 - Juli 2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54923/researchreview.v4i1.118

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This research aims to explore the social influences on self-identity formation through English language proficiency, utilizing a qualitative approach. English proficiency plays a significant role in forming individuals’ self- identity, particularly amid the academic enivourment. The study involved a questionnaire distributed to 20 students major of English Language Education Program in Gorontalo state university students from diverse social backgrounds and varying levels of English proficiency. Data analysis was conducted using a thematic approach to identify key patterns and themes that illustrate the impact of social factors on the identity formation process. The findings indicate that social environments, including peers, and educational institutions, play an essential role in shaping how individuals perceive themselves through the lens of their English language abilities. However, family factor not significant forming student’s self-identity, because they do not have an educational background or understanding of English. These findings are expected to provide deeper insights into the role of English proficiency in self-identity formation and this research provides significant benefits for educational institutions in understanding their strategic role in shaping students' self-identity.
Students’ Perceptions of English Speaking Learning in Online and Offline Classes: A Case Study of Intensive Course Class Sulis Dangkua; Nonny Basalama; Muziatun
Research Review: Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Research Review: Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin (Agustus 2025 - Januari 2026)
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This study explores students’ perceptions of English speaking learning in online and offline classes, focusing on the Intensive Course class at Gorontalo State University. Employing a qualitative approach, data were collected through closed-ended questionnaires and documentation of students’ GPA in speaking-related courses. The participants were students from the 2021 cohort (online learning) and 2022 cohort (offline learning). The study examined seven key components of speaking skills: fluency, pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, confidence, and engagement. The results indicate that students who experienced offline learning reported more positive perceptions across almost all components, attributing their improvement to real-time interaction, direct feedback, and active class participation. Meanwhile, students in online learning perceived improvement particularly in pronunciation and fluency, supported by independent practice and flexible access to digital resources, yet faced challenges in engagement and interaction. Despite these perception differences, the average GPA between the two groups was relatively similar. The findings, interpreted through Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory, highlight the importance of social interaction and scaffolding in speaking skill development. Overall, offline learning was perceived as more effective in fostering speaking competence.