In this paper, L2 demotivation is defined as external and internal influences which can lead to the diminishing motivation to study the target language. This paper further identifies and discusses significant influences in the form of teacher- and learner-related factors that affect learner demotivation. For teacher-related influences, inappropriate teaching styles and attitudes, poor teaching …
Learning English as a second language (ESL) is problematic if it is taking place away from its cultural context. Thus, this study explores the role of being culturally aware in learning ESL in the United States. Through observing and interviewing ten international students, the findings show that learning ESL is difficult or impossible when learners are apart from the English culture. The parti…
This article explores the result of implementing GIST Strategy toward Senior High School students in comprehending reading text. The data was taken in one of Senior High School in Tuban from eleventh grader consisting thirty six students (15 males and 21 females). It was collected through observation and students’ achievement in reading text. The result showed that the implementation of GIST …