One of the overlooked reasons behind the low performance in English for Saudi learners has been linked to feelings of anxiety that are often prevalent in English classes. This study delves into the complexities of Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety (FLCA) among Saudi university students which includes assessing its prevalence, underlying components, and the influence of gender and year level within the Saudi educational context. The research investigates FLCA using a widely utilized tool, providing a revisit to the components’ structure using EFA and CFA approaches to better capture underlying structure of FLCA experienced by Saudi EFL students. The investigation involved male and female university students, unveiling a moderate overall FLCA level, as indicated by an average mean of μ = 3.07. The primary component eliciting Foreign Language (FL) anxiety among Saudi students appears to be ‘performance anxiety.’ The research also highlights gender differences, indicating higher anxiety levels among females. Despite these differences, no significant differences in overall anxiety between genders is observed. The results, however, showed statistically significant differences in overall FLCA scores among the four levels where second-year students exhibit the highest anxiety levels. An analysis of FLCA sub-dimensions reveals a significant difference in Speech Anxiety factor between second-year students and other year levels. This study contributes to the understanding of FLCA among Saudi university students, shedding light on key anxiety components and highlighting the influence of gender and year level on FLCA. It offers insights into cultural and educational implications within Saudi Arabia's academic landscape such as incorporating activities like peer reviews, collaborative group work, scaffolding and peer mentoring program and anonymous feedback sessions to help alleviate students' anxiety.
Abstract 요약 Introduction Literature Review Foreign Language Anxiety Studies Conducted in Saudi Arabia Measurement of FLA Research Gap Methodology The Sample Instrument Results Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) of FLCAS Confirmatory Factor Analysis Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Levels Gender Differences Year Level Differences Acknowledgements The Author References
The goals of Asia TEFL are to promote scholarship, disseminate information, and facilitate cross-cultural understanding among persons concerned with the teaching and learning of English in Asia. In order to accomplish this, Asia TEFL will pursue the following goals:
1. To link ELT professionals in joint research on issues and concerns regarding English teaching and learning in the Asian context.
2. To publish an academic journal, The Asia TEFL Journal, as an internationally recognized journal in the field of English language teaching.
3. To host conferences and seminars addressing important issues concerning ELT in Asia.
4. To develop proficiency guidelines and assessment methods designed for the needs of the Asian context.
5. To develop programs for Asian learners and teachers of English to build their English language proficiency and cultural understanding and provide them with the skills required to be efficient English teaching professionals.
간행물
간행물명
The Journal of AsiaTEFL
간기
계간
pISSN
1738-3102
eISSN
2466-1511
수록기간
2004~2026
등재여부
SCOPUS,KCI 등재
십진분류
KDC 740DDC 420
이 권호 내 다른 논문 / The Journal of AsiaTEFL Vol.21 No.3