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Journal : Esteem Journal of English Study Programme

EXPLORING ENGLISH PERSPECTIVES IN A GLOBAL AND DYNAMIC ERA Andika
Esteem Journal of English Education Study Programme Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Esteem Journal of English Education Study Programme
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Palembang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31851/esteem.v8i2.19509

Abstract

In today’s era of globalization and rapid technological progress, English has emerged as a vital competency, particularly among the younger generation. This study investigates the views of recent high school graduates on the significance of English, the driving factors behind their language learning, and its broader impact on their social and educational experiences. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, data were gathered through in-depth interviews with ten graduates from Lubuk Makmur Village, South Sumatra. The results reveal a shared recognition among participants of English as a key enabler for academic achievement, career development, and global engagement. Rather than being perceived solely as an academic subject, English is regarded as an essential life skill that unlocks international opportunities. Various elements—such as the proliferation of digital technologies, increased access to online learning platforms, and evolving labor market expectations—emerge as strong motivators for English acquisition. Additionally, the study underscores English’s role in enhancing students’ social confidence and shaping their educational trajectories in an interconnected global landscape. These findings point to the urgent need for more inclusive, technology-driven English language instruction that equips students with both linguistic competence and the global literacies required for 21st-century success.
Co-Authors ABIMANYU, ALIN Ahmad Yusron, Ahmad Alam, Sahrul Alfahmi, Furqon Ali Ana Sofia Aryati Ansor Putra Ardiansyah, Andri Arham Arief Darmawan Arman Arman Arochim Asrul Boby Prayoga Br Surbakti, Junita Budi Sukoco, Nawanto Cahyono, Sigit Dalma, Siti Fatima Dany, Waode Mutiara Ariesta Dharma, Candrasa Surya Dwiyanthi Kusuma, Ellysha Endarman Saputra Fadhilah, Affan Fahim, Akhmad Fauziah, Nor Fredian, Dede Hafid, Ridho Agni Hana Ni’matul Izzah Harnaji, Bimo Hasilun, Laode Ahmad Nurrabiul Awal Herho, Sandy Hilda Porawati Hozairi I Ketut Mangku Ignatius Tarunay, Oliver Ihsan, Akmal Indra Gumay Febryano Iryani, Lemi Iswandaru, Dian Jasukron, Dondi Jayawarsa, A.A. Ketut Kambali Kambu, Victor Khoerul Umam, Khoerul Kiki Sarnita Kurahmadan, Hidayat Lula Annisa Lunardi, Lidya Luthfiana, Della Nanda M. Fadli Maiken Des Riu Mangku, I Ketut Melli Agustiani Meor Johari, Meor Muhammed Afique Moch. Ashroful Malik Moh Ahsan S Mandra Muhamad Aslan Muhammad Diwanul Mujahidin Muhammad Irvan Nadia Nanda Luthfiana, Della NASUTION, ATIKA AINI Nispa Nofriadi Norbertus Citra Irawan Novriyenni Nugroho, Joko Purwanto NUR FAIDZIN Nurfadillah Nurul OKTADINATA, ALEK Pardede, Akim Manaor Hara Purnama, Ari Purnamasari, Anisa Putri Maharani Putri Maisarah, Marisa Putri, Junita Ahira Radityo Putro Handrito Rahma Rahmawati Rahmawati Raka Juniar Renaldy Ramdani Ridwan Syah Nuhun Rizki Khair, Deirus Rizki Prastyo Rohminatin Ronaldy, Tomy Salim, Marsya Siskamayanti Sandi Yudha Barri Zaqy Sari Yulis Septiani, Nabila Sindy Siti Aisyah Sri Hidayanti Srirahayu, Annizha Gita SUBKI Sugeng p Harianto Sugiyanto, Dedi Sulita, Indah Talabu Karyaman Tuyamaku Buulolo Tiaranty Esperansa Situmorang Try Sugiyarto Umilizah, Nia Wahyudi, A. Rofiqi Widodo S Pranowo Widya Ningsih, Aliftianna Yuanidhar, Fazah Yuca HR, Mega Yuha Ilaiya Yusa Putra Widyatama