Journal of Innovative and Creativity
Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025)

THE INFLUENCE OF CODE-SWITCHING ON ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY AMONG BILINGUAL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

Rizaldy, Mochammad Asmi (Unknown)
Hadist, Muhamad Khoerul (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
22 Sep 2025

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of code-switching on English language proficiency among bilingual university students in Universitas Muhammadiyah Bogor Raya. Employing a mixed-method approach, data were gathered through Likert-scale questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and classroom observations. The quantitative findings reveal that code-switching is commonly used, especially when students encounter difficulties in expression. The Spearman correlation test shows a significant positive relationship between code-switching function and perceived English proficiency. Furthermore, multiple linear regression indicates that the function of code-switching significantly contributes to language development, while frequency alone does not. Qualitative data support these findings by illustrating how code-switching helps students clarify meaning, build confidence, and adjust to social contexts. The study concludes that code-switching, when used purposefully, can be a supportive tool for bilingual learners in EFL settings.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

joecy

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Social Sciences Other

Description

Journal of Innovative and Creatifity (JOECY) publishes research articles in the field of education which report empirical research on topics that are significant across educational contexts, in terms of design and findings. The topic could be in curriculum, teaching learning, evaluation, quality ...