CHALLENGES FACED BY ENGLISH LEARNERS: AN INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION PERSPECTIVE
Keywords:
Intercultural communication, English, Education, ChallengesAbstract
This study investigates the challenges that English learners face when learning English through the lens of intercultural communication. As English becomes increasingly important in our global society, understanding its cultural aspects is essential. Through interviews with students, we found that many struggle with things like idioms, cultural expressions, and different ways of communicating. The design of this research is qualitative, presenting data in descriptive form. The study is conducted with English learners, using semi-structured interview instruments prepared in advance. The list of interview questions sent through digital communication platforms like WhatsApp, and students asked to respond in detail. This research uses purposive sampling, where students are selected as respondents based on specific criteria, such as their experience in learning English and the challenges they face in intercultural communication during their studies. This purposive sampling technique ensures that respondents have relevant experiences to provide insights into the challenges faced when learning English from an intercultural communication perspective. Data from the interviews analyzed using descriptive analysis.While students work hard to adapt to English-speaking norms, they often deal with issues such as anxiety and misunderstandings. This study highlights the need for better teaching methods that include cultural understanding in English lessons, helping students prepare for diverse interactions in the world.
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