The Impact of Language Preferences on English Language Acquisition: Learner Perceptions

Authors

  • Shaista Murtaza Lecturer in English, Aror University of Art, Architecture, Design, and Heritage
  • Chahat Batool Lecturer, Department of English Language & Literature, The Shaikh Ayaz University, Shikarpur, Sindh, Pakistan
  • Dr. Ishfaque Ahmed Abbasi Assistant Professor, English, Sukkur IBA University, Sindh, Pakistan

Abstract

In the present study, an analytical approach was adopted to examine how students’ language preferences influence their English learning outcomes in an ESL context. The quantitative research design was used. The population included ESL students from Shaikh Ayaz University, Shikarpur (SAUS). The target population was selected from the 150 undergraduate ESL students through a random sampling technique, with an equal representation of both male and female students. Data were collected using a 12-item questionnaire, which was divided into three key sections: language preference, learning strategies, and the teacher’s role. To analyze the findings, the collected data were examined using statistical tools to identify patterns in language preference and their potential impact on English language acquisition. The results were then organized and presented in tabular form for clarity and ease of interpretation. According to the learners' perceptions, the overall results revealed that Language Preferences have a strong impact on English Language Acquisition. On the basis of these results, researchers give some recommendations.

Key terms: 

Language Preferences, English Language Acquisition, ESL Learner Perceptions.

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Published

2025-07-17

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025): Liberal Journal of Language & Literature Review

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