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British or American? Iranian EFL learners’ Perceptions toward English Accents: Exploring possible relationships Weisi, Hiwa; Raygan, Ali; Bakhtiari, Fatemeh
IJET (Indonesian Journal of English Teaching) Vol. 8 No. 1 (2019): July
Publisher : Department of English Language Education, UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/ijet2.2019.8.1.9-22

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Native English accents (British and American) are known as highly favored and accepted varieties compared to other existing accents in English as foreign language (EFL) context. Notwithstanding the research accomplished on EFL learners’ attitudes toward either of the accents (British or American), studies are still scant regarding the investigation of their perspectives in detail toward one of the accents specifically within the context of Iran. The aim of this study is to examine the Iranian EFL learners’ attitudes toward the two major known English accents (British and American. Additionally, the study highlights the major factors contributing to the learners’ preferences toward either of the accents (British or American). To that aim, a developed and validated questionnaire was distributed among 108 EFL learners selected from two of the major EFL contexts (universities and private institutes). The results indicated that the majority of the learners preferred American over British English accent. Besides, factor analysis revealed that American English exposure, lack of guidance, and lack of reinforcement toward British accent were among the mentioned factors accepted by learners for their preference of American. Finally, the study concludes with interpretations regarding the learners’ decision making issues in either of the two major accents, and recommendations are provided for revisiting the EFL learners’ attitudes and insights toward native English accents.
On (the lack of) responsibility in EFL education: A tale of the private sector Weisi, Hiwa; Rahimi, Rana
Jurnal Cakrawala Pendidikan Vol. 45 No. 1 (2026): Cakrawala Pendidikan (February 2026)
Publisher : LPMPP Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21831/cp.v45i1.84139

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Effective communication is a crucial aspect of language learning, especially in the context of English as a foreign language (EFL) education. Such skills are essential for students to develop the ability to express themselves fluently and accurately in real-life communication. The present study aimed to explore EFL teachers' sense of responsibility in the private sector of Iran in teaching communicative skills and to demonstrate strategies to improve responsibility in this area among teachers. Data were collected through narrative frames and individual interviews with a sample of EFL teachers in private institutes. The findings suggested that several factors may contribute to teachers' lack of responsibility in teaching communicative skills, including low payments, a lack of emphasis on communicative skills in curricula and course books, and learners' demotivation. These factors result in a cycle of underperformance and demotivation, which negatively impact teachers' motivation to effectively teach communicative skills. The study highlights the importance of addressing these issues and empowering EFL teachers to take ownership of their students' language learning journeys and opens the door to new possibilities. Implications are discussed in light of the research findings.
Co-Authors Bakhtiari, Fatemeh Rahimi, Rana Raygan, Ali