ACCENTIA: Journal of English Language and Education
Vol 4, No 2 (2024): DECEMBER 2024

Student challenges in academic paragraph writing: A study in Aceh, Indonesia

Hermida, Rita (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Dec 2024

Abstract

This study investigates the common writing challenges faced by students when composing academic paragraphs. Focusing on key areas including content development, vocabulary usage, language fluency, mechanical accuracy (grammar, punctuation), and organizational structure, the study aims to identify specific writing difficulties. A quantitative approach was employed, utilizing questionnaires to gather data from 35 students at English Education department in Aceh, Indonesia. Key findings revealed that content development posed the most significant challenge, reported by 65% of participants. Vocabulary usage followed closely at 60%, while language fluency presented difficulties for 50% of students. Mechanical accuracy and organizational structure each presented challenges for 45% of participants. These findings underscore the critical need for targeted support to address specific areas of writing difficulty, particularly in content development and vocabulary usage, to enhance students' academic writing proficiency.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

accentia

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Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Accentia is a double-blind, peer-reviewed journal that concerns the issues in the field of English language and education. The journal publishes research articles, review articles, and book reviews that are of interest to English teachers, educators, researchers, and also practitioners. The journal ...