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| Challenging Experiences of English Major Students in Language Studies
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Leah Irish P. Bodiongan, Carla T. Deluna, TJ E. Florendo, Alfer Jann D. Tantog, MaEd, Dayanara R. Gaan, MaEd, Mario F. Alayon, PhD
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Abstract:
This study aims to identify the challenging experiences of English major students in language studies classes along with their coping mechanisms. It utilized a qualitative single case study method. The research participants are ten second-year college students taking a Bachelor in Secondary Education major in English who are officially enrolled in the Synchronous and Asynchronous class of S.Y. 2021- 2022. They are enrolled in language studies courses such as ENG 232 Structure of English, ENG 249 Principles and Theories of Language Acquisition and Learning, ENG 254 Teaching and Assessment of Macro skill, ENG 255 Teaching and Assessment of Grammar, and ENG 250 Language programs and policies in multilingual. The study is supported by the collected data from interview guide questions answered by ten second-year English major students in one of the highest private educational institutions in Pagadian city. It was revealed that poor English proficiency, unstable internet connection, and low self-confidence are the challenging experiences of English major students in language studies; looking for a stable internet connection, asking for help, taking a break and strengthening intrinsic motivation are the coping mechanisms. To conclude, English major students' LAD has not yet matured due to these challenges, which is in conformance with the theory of Noam Chomsky. The formulated recommendations were based on a general interpretation of students' challenges and coping strategies and could help the plans of the students, administrator, teachers, parents, and numerous other researchers.
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