IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature
Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite

Exploring English Teachers’ Challenges in Applying Motivational Strategies at Senior High School

Abdal, Rezkya (Unknown)
Sahril (Unknown)
Fitriyani (Unknown)
Muh.Tahir (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
08 Feb 2026

Abstract

This study explores the challenges faced by English teachers in implementing motivational strategies during English teaching at senior high school level. The research was conducted at SMAN 3 Luwu Timur using a descriptive qualitative method. Two English teachers teaching grade X were selected as participants through purposive sampling. Data were collected using classroom observation and interviews. The findings show that teacher encountered various challenges, including the diversity of students’ backgrounds, large class size, persistent use of native language, and lack of infrastructure. These challenges significantly hindered the effectiveness of motivational strategies in the learning process. Addressing the obstacle is crucial for improving students’ motivation in English Learning

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ideas

Publisher

Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

IDEAS Journal is published twice a year in the months of June and December (P-ISSN 2338-4778 and E-ISSN 2548-4192); it presents articles on English language teaching and learning, linguistics, and literature. The contents include analyses, studies and application of theories, research report, ...