Factors of learners’ foreign language anxiety on second language acquisition

Authors

  • Kathrin Meylida Annur Universitas Lambung Mangkurat
  • Nasrullah Nasrullah Universitas Lambung Mangkurat

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25273/etj.v11i1.15829

Keywords:

Foreign language anxiety, Language Learner, Second language acquisition

Abstract

In second language acquisition, foreign language anxiety (FLA) is still happening up to the present time. Many studies show that FLA mostly interferes with learners' language learning and always appears among language learners with various factors. However, despite numerous studies on the topic, the factor of the occurrence of FLA in the context of second language acquisition is still rarely discussed. Thus, this study aims to explore deeper the factors which affect learners' FLA in second language acquisition. This research employs a systematic literature review as the method of research. The data are gathered from several journals and articles from previous years related to learners’ FLA factors. The findings of this research give insight to educators in comprehending learners’ anxiety in second language acquisition with its factors. The implication of the study is to increase educators’ awareness of learners’ FLA so it will not affect learners’ performance in classroom language learning.

 

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Author Biography

Nasrullah Nasrullah, Universitas Lambung Mangkurat

Nasrullah is an English Lecturer of Universitas Lambung Mangkurat. He is interested in Teaching English as a Foreign Language, and Technology and Pedagogy in ELT. In addition, he expands his interest in SLA and Teacher Professional Development.
orcid id : 0000-0002-9154-1456
Email: nasrullah01@ulm.ac.id

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