Home⇛Aka Student Research Journal⇛vol. 2 no. 1 (2023)

Challenges and coping mechanisms in online language learning of English major students at Occidental Mindoro State College

Ana Mariel V. Samino | John Mark B. Magayon | Mary Jane A. Quimo | Angela Amor F. Roldan | Precious Rikka M. Navarro | RIZA S. REYTERAN

Discipline: Education

 

Abstract:

The pandemic has forced higher education institutions into online learning, affecting language learning, especially English. This study examines the challenges language learners face and their coping mechanisms in this new environment. We employed a descriptive-correlational research design focusing on English major students at Occidental Mindoro State College-San Jose Campus, utilizing a five-point Likert Scale and a validated questionnaire for data collection. Analysis of the data revealed that English major students encountered moderate challenges in online language learning, with low internet accessibility, moderate learning environment issues, and high workload concerns. Students employed coping mechanisms to a moderate extent, particularly in managing behavioral distractions, behavioral activation, and seeking social support. The study also found a direct influence of internet accessibility on coping with behavioral distractions, while learning environment challenges had an inverse impact on coping mechanisms related to social support.



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