The Journal of English Literacy Education
Vol. 12 No. 1 (2025): The Journal of English Literacy Education: The Teaching and Learning of Englis

ARE FUTURE EFL TEACHERS READY FOR INCLUSION? A CONVERGENT MIXED METHOD STUDY OF SELF-EFFICACY AND ATTITUDES

Binti Muifatun Nazilah (Universitas Negeri Malang)
Farah Mulyawati (Universitas Negeri Malang)
Suharyadi (Universitas Negeri Malang)
Nur Mukminatien (Unknown)
Niamika El Khoiri (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
19 Jun 2025

Abstract

Inclusive education is gaining prominence in English language teaching, especially in preparing future teachers to address diverse learner needs. Understanding self-efficacy and attitudes is essential, as both shape how teachers perceive their roles and determine their willingness to implement inclusive practices. This study examines the self-efficacy and attitudes of 68 Indonesian EFL pre-service teachers who were selected through purposive sampling from those enrolled in an Inclusive Education in ELT course. Using a convergent mixed methods design, data were collected through an adopted questionnaire and semi-structured interviews. Three participants were further selected for interviews using convenience sampling to provide deeper qualitative insights. Quantitative findings indicated that participants demonstrated a moderate level of self-efficacy and a moderately positive attitude toward inclusive teaching. A positive correlation was found between self-efficacy and attitudes, with self-efficacy in using inclusive instruction emerging as the only significant predictor of attitudes. Qualitative data supported and enriched these findings by revealing participants’ reflections on both the value and concerns in implementing inclusive practices. Overall, the study underscores the importance of targeted professional development in preparing EFL pre-service teachers for inclusive classrooms.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jele

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Other

Description

The Journal of English Literacy Education (JELE) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal published twice a year by the English Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Sriwijaya University, Indonesia. The journal focuses on research and development in English as a Foreign ...