Seltics Journal: Scope of English Language Teaching, Literature and Linguistics Journal
Vol 7 No 2 (2024): Seltics Journal: Scope of English Language Teaching, Literature and Linguistics J

Motivational Teaching Strategies in EFL Writing Class: Insights from Lecturer Perceptions

Nurul Fachrunnisa (Universitas Muslim Maros)
Kisman Salija (Universitas Negeri Makassar)
Sahril Nur (Universitas Negeri Makassar)



Article Info

Publish Date
17 Dec 2024

Abstract

The implementation of motivational strategies not only promotes a positive attitude towards writing but also encourages more effective development of students’ writing skills. This study explores lecturers’ insights on how they perceive the motivational teaching strategies in their English writing class. This study employs a qualitative approach with two English writing lecturers from Maros Muslim University as participants. Semi-structured interviews and classroom observation were the instruments used to collect the data and the data were analyzed using thematic analysis. The results show that both lecturers implement motivational strategies effectively by utilizing positive reinforcement, active learning strategies, and addressing students’ difficulties. Positive reinforcement significantly improves students’ motivation and writing performance. It was strengthened by the observational data that showed both lecturers constantly praised students whenever they responded positively during learning process. Lecturers emphasize that giving active learning strategies can motivate students to engage actively in writing tasks, which can enhance motivation and writing proficiency. The lecturers also acknowledge that addressing students’ difficulties is essential in reducing their anxiety and fostering confidence in writing. Recognizing and responding to students’ difficulties can reduce anxiety and encourage them to share their thoughts more confidently in writing.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

seltics

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Seltics journal contains articles that are taken from analytical-critical studies in the field of teaching English, literature, and linguistics. It can be in the form of research results or conceptual ideas. The research topic of interest include but are not limited to (1) Education in Learning ...