Indonesian EFL Journal: Journal of ELT, Linguistics, and Literature
Vol 11 No 2 (2025): (December) Indonesian EFL Journal: Journal of ELT, Linguistics, and Literature

Social and Emotional Competencies among Saudi Female University EFL Students

Sara Fraih (English Language Institute, King Abdulaziz University Saudi Arabia - Jeddah)
Mona Sabir (English Language Institute, King Abdulaziz University Saudi Arabia - Jeddah)



Article Info

Publish Date
20 Dec 2025

Abstract

This study investigates the social-emotional competencies (SEC) of Saudi female students learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL), an underexplored dimension in higher education. Using the Social-Emotional Foreign Language Learning Scale (SEFLLS), data were collected from 63 students enrolled in a compulsory English course at a university in Jeddah. Findings revealed generally high SEC, with social relations strongest and self-regulation weakest. Open-ended responses complemented quantitative results. The study highlights the need to integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) into EFL instruction to enhance well-being and performance, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030’s goals for developing globally competent learners.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

efl

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Subject

Arts Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

The journal welcomes contributions in such areas of current analysis as F Language Teaching and Learning, Language in Education, Language Planning, Language Testing, Curriculum Design and Development, Multilingualism and Multilingual Education, Discourse Analysis, Systemic and Functional Grammar, ...