The Willingness to Communicate in English Among Domestic Students in an International Online Class

Abstract

This mixed-method study explored the domestic students' willingness to communicate (WTC) in L2 (English) in an international class. In particular, it investigated the frequency of using English in social interaction with overseas students and online learning activities. In addition, it explored factors contributing to the use of English. In the quantitative stage, 25 students responded to the questionnaire on their frequency in the use of English in social interaction settings and Zoom-room settings. Quantitative data analysis revealed that most domestic students' English use frequency was shallow to moderate. However, the frequency of a few students ranged from moderate to very high. In the qualitative stage, nine students participated in a semi-structured interview concerning the factors contributing to the frequency of the use of English. The frequency in the use of English and the factors contributing to the frequency are provided in this paper.

Examining the roles of spiritual motivation, religiosity, and L2 WTC in English

“…Educ. (2024) 9:58 speak to a particular person, communicative self-confidence, and comprehension of the subject matter are more ephemeral and context-dependent (Chojimah & Widodo, 2023). Zarei et al (2019) believe that students' willingness to communicate in language classes is a context-bound phenomenon that may change under different circumstances.…”