JTechLP
Vol 5, No 2, July (2026): JTechLP: Journal of Technology in Language Pedagogy

EXPLORING TEACHER’S PERSPECTIVE ON EFL STUDENTS’ DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR IN EFL CLASSROOM

Amsar Ramadhan (Universitas Negeri Makassar)
Ahmad Talib (Universitas Negeri Makassar)
Hasriani G (Universitas Negeri Makassar)



Article Info

Publish Date
14 Jul 2026

Abstract

This research aims to explore teachers’ perspectives on managing disruptive student behavior in EFL classrooms. It employs a qualitative approach using a case study design. Data were collected through interviews and observations. The subject of this study is an English teacher at SMAN 9 Kepulauan Selayar who deals with disruptive student behavior in EFL classrooms. The results of the research show that teachers have diverse perspectives on five types of disruptive behavior: classroom disruption, aggression, confrontation, disengagement, and wandering. Most of these behaviors, such as classroom disruption, verbal aggression, disengagement, and wandering, are perceived negatively because they disrupt students’ concentration, hinder the learning process, and create an unproductive classroom atmosphere. Meanwhile, teachers exhibit a more neutral perspective toward physical aggression, passive aggression, and confrontation due to the limited occurrence of these behaviors or differing interpretations of them.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JTechLP

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences

Description

Journal of Technology in Language Pedagogy is a peer-reviewed and open-access journal in language education. The aim is to publish conceptual and research articles that explore the application of any technology in language pedagogy and the everyday experience of technology in education. It welcomes ...