Exploring Factors that Influence Learners’ Interest in Writing-Based Activities in an EFL Classroom

Abstract

Exploring Factors that Influence Learners’ Interest in Writing-Based Activities in an EFL Classroom

1-Maria Bhutto

BS English Linguistic student, Department of Linguistics & Social Sciences,

 Begum Nusrat Bhutto Women University Sukkur

maria3.20en006@bnbwu.edu.pk

1. Rafique Ahmed Lakhan, Lecturer

Department of Linguistics & Social Sciences, Begum Nusrat Bhutto Women University Sukkur

rafique.ahned@bnbwu.edu.pk

3 Asadullah Balouch

Designation: Lecturer, Department of English, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Nawabshah

Email ID: asadullahbalouch@sbbusba.edu.pk

               Corresponding Author: Rafique Ahmed Lakhan

Abstract:

This study aims to identify the factors that influence learners’ interest in writing-based activities in an EFL classroom. Learners’ interest level varies; this research also aims to investigate the attitudes, preferences, and perceptions of learners in various writing tasks in an EFL classroom. And to what extent do these attitudes impact their performance in EFL writing activities. This research has explored attitudes of BS English students of Begum Nusrat Bhutto Women University, Sukkur. The qualitative research method was used to find the data. 15 semi-structured interviews were conducted. After analyzing the data, research found factors that influence learners’ interest are the types of writing activity, they are engaged in; the relevance and clarity of a topic; teachers’ support, constructive feedback and appreciation; and the learning environment in which the activities are incorporated. English is not a native language of interviewees, learners found writing activities beneficial as well as challengeable. This research is limited in an EFL context. Furthermore, it can also be conducted on a variety of tasks in various contexts in order to find out the variation in learners and for an effective learning environment.