Difficulties and Challenges Faced by Students while Writing Essays in English
Difficulties and Challenges Faced by Students while Writing Essays in English
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essay writing، writing difficulties & Challenges، EFL students، academic writing.الملخص
This study examines the barriers faced by third-year Libyan university students when writing English essays. A mixed-methods approach was used, combining qualitative and quantitative data to analyze student essays and gather insights through semi-structured interviews with both students and their professor. The results showed that mechanical errors (39%) and grammatical errors (35%) were the most common problems, followed by poor organization (16%), and other writing difficulties (10%). The main problems included errors in subject-verb agreement, problems with word order, spelling errors, punctuation errors, poor logical sequencing, and weak topic sentence. The study identified several underlying causes, such as the influence of the mother tongue on students' writing, a lack of writing practice, and a lack of familiarity with academic writing standards. Interviews with students and lecturers confirmed these findings, emphasizing the need for guided teaching, structured feedback, and improved revision strategies. Based on these insights, the study offers recommendations for improving students' writing skills and enhancing their academic success.
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