Improving the Academic Writing Essays of EFL Libyan Students: Observational Case Study on the Faculty of Languages and Translation at Al-Zytuna University
Abstract
This observational case study focused on improving the academic writing essays of Libyan students in the English department on the Faculty of Languages and Translation at Al-Zytuna University. The study aimed to investigate the difficulties and problems that students face in academic writing and to suggest ways to improve their writing skills. The study used qualitative data collection methods, including classroom observations and essay writing analysis. The findings of the study showed that students encountered difficulties in information collection, idea organization, and communication. They also lacked knowledge of different types of essays, paragraph organization, and coherence. The study provides implications for academic writing instruction and highlights the need for further research with a larger group of students.
Keywords:
Academic writing, EFL students, Writing skills, Classroom observations, Essay analysis
How to Cite
Gharnasa Hadia. (2023). Improving the Academic Writing Essays of EFL Libyan Students: Observational Case Study on the Faculty of Languages and Translation at Al-Zytuna University. Bani Waleed University Journal of Humanities and Applied Sciences, 8(2), 611-630. https://doi.org/10.58916/jhas.v8i2.486
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