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English Teaching Challenges in Remote Areas with Strong Local Languages: An Ethnographic Study Khatima, Dwi Husnul; Weda, Sukardi; Muhalim
International Journal of Language, Education, and Literature Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025): July
Publisher : International Journal of Language, Education, and Literature

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This ethnographic study investigates the influence of strong local languages on English language teaching at SMPN 1 Kabangka, Muna Regency, Southeast Sulawesi, using Ethnolinguistic Identity Theory as a framework. Data were collected through classroom observations and semi-structured interviews with three English teachers. The findings reveal that a trilingual shifting strategy—using English, Indonesian, and Muna—is commonly employed to facilitate understanding, although it reduces consistent English exposure and influences students’ pronunciation and accent. Students often lack confidence in using English due to their strong identification with the local language, but this shared background also strengthens teacher-student relationships. Challenges identified through observations and interviews include limited vocabulary, the need for double translation, low student engagement and retention, and minimal exposure to English outside the classroom. Despite these barriers, teachers demonstrate adaptability by integrating local culture, simplifying learning materials, and fostering positive classroom interactions. The study recommends culturally responsive teaching practices, localized curriculum modifications, and targeted professional development to support English language instruction in multilingual and remote educational settings.
ENGLISH TEACHING CHALLENGES WITH STRONG LOCAL LANGUAGES IN REMOTE AREAS : AN ETHNOGRAPHIC STUDY Khatima, Dwi Husnul; Weda, Sukardi; Muhalim, Muhalim; Tahir, Muh
KLASIKAL : JOURNAL OF EDUCATION, LANGUAGE TEACHING AND SCIENCE Vol 7 No 1 (2025): Klasikal: Journal of Education, Language Teaching and Science
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan

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This ethnographic study explores the challenges faced by English language teachers in remote areas with strong local language cultures, with a focus on SMPN 1 Kabangka, located in Muna Regency, Southeast Sulawesi. The study is guided by Ethnolinguistic Identity Theory, which emphasizes the role of language in shaping group identity and social belonging. In regions where a local language—such as Muna—is strongly embedded in daily communication, the introduction of English in the classroom creates both linguistic and cultural tensions.Using a qualitative ethnographic approach, data were collected through classroom observations and semi-structured interviews with three English teachers. The findings reveal that the dominance of the Muna language significantly affects instructional delivery, student engagement, and the development of English language skills. Teachers often resort to code-switching between English, Indonesian, and Muna to facilitate comprehension, but this strategy reduces consistent exposure to English and can impede learners’ language acquisition.Additional challenges include limited access to teaching resources, lack of professional development tailored to multilingual contexts, and the misalignment between the national curriculum and local linguistic realities. Students’ low motivation to learn English is also linked to their stronger identification with the local language, reinforcing the relevance of Ethnolinguistic Identity Theory in this context. Despite these obstacles, teachers demonstrate resilience and adaptability by incorporating local culture into English instruction, simplifying materials, and building rapport with students.
Co-Authors Muhalim Muhalim, Muhalim Sukardi Weda, Sukardi Tahir, MUH