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Examining writing errors among Saudi EFL learners: Practices and perspectives Ishtiaq, Muhammad; Hussain Shahid, Shahid; Muhammad Ishtiaq, Raja; Mohd Nasim, Saleem
Jurnal Cakrawala Pendidikan Vol. 44 No. 2 (2025): Cakrawala Pendidikan (June 2025)
Publisher : LPMPP Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21831/cp.v44i2.70967

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Mastering error-free writing is challenging, especially for Arab EFL learners who often manifest these errors in areas such as grammar and mechanics. A step toward addressing these challenges is to explore the typical errors they encounter in writing. This study aims to examine Saudi EFL undergraduates’ writing difficulties using a sequential explanatory research design (a mixed-methods approach). In the quantitative phase, paragraphs written by 41 students were analyzed, and errors were identified and categorized. The qualitative phase involved semi-structured interviews with 23 participants to gain further insights into the types and causes of their writing errors and suggestions for improvement. The qualitative data were analyzed using ATLAS.ti 9. The results revealed that the most common errors identified were punctuation, capitalization, and grammar. However, participants’ views on spelling errors differed from their actual writing practices. They cited teaching methods, textbooks, and a lack of interest as reasons for their poor writing proficiency. Additionally, they believed that increased writing practice and the development of reading habits could improve their writing skills. These findings offer valuable insights for English language educators and learners, with implications for contextualized instruction, teaching practices, learning strategies, material development, and curriculum design.
Using Canva and Microsoft Teams to support students’ writing tasks Zahidah Wan Sulaiman, Wan; ali, zuraina; Mohd Ali, Zarina; Hussain Shahid, Shahid; Ishtiaq, Muhammad; Abu Bakar, Norsuhaily
International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE) Vol 14, No 4: August 2025
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/ijere.v14i4.27985

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Teachers and students face difficulties in remote learning. These difficulties can be greatly reduced by utilizing applications, such as Microsoft Teams (MS Teams) and Canva. This study investigates the effectiveness of using Canva and MS Teams as helpful resources for students assigned to write informative speech essays. Employing a sequential explanatory research design in a mixed-method approach, the study involved sixteen English majors from a private university located on Malaysia’s East Coast. Students used MS Teams to complete pre-and post-tests, and afterward, interviews were held to learn more about how they felt about using Canva. The pre and post-tests showed that students improved their writing abilities when using MS Teams since they had a chance to collaborate with their peers and teachers. Qualitative findings also revealed that online learning environments promoted interaction between students and teachers and between students and their peers. The results suggest that incorporating web tools like MS Teams and Canva could enhance students’ learning experience as they complete their writing projects. Overall, this study highlights the potential benefits of incorporating web technologies into the writing process and underscores the importance of seeking student feedback to improve the effectiveness of these tools.
Co-Authors Abu Bakar, Norsuhaily Ali, Zuraina Ishtiaq, Muhammad Mohd Ali, Zarina Mohd Nasim, Saleem Muhammad Ishtiaq, Raja Zahidah Wan Sulaiman, Wan