The Anxiety of Speaking English as a Second Language

Arif Hussain
Lecturer Department of English Karakoram International University, Hunza Campus
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Amjad Ali
Assistant Professor Karakoram International University, Hunza Campus
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Mubarak Hussain
Headmaster Govt High School Hunza

Abstract
The key objectives of this study revolve around comprehending the anxiety experienced by students at Karakoram International University, Hunza Campus, when speaking English as a second language. To achieve this aim, the primary research instrument employed was a questionnaire meticulously adapted from literature. The questionnaire featured five carefully crafted statements that captured the overarching concerns of the participants. By utilizing a 4-point Likert scale, spanning responses from ‘strongly agree’ to ‘strongly disagree’, the study meticulously examined and quantified these apprehensions. The data collection encompassed 260 students from all academic semesters at Karakoram International University Hunza Campus, ensuring a diverse representation of each department and semester by means of purposive sample technique. Based on the study’s findings, it is essential for educators to discern and employ effective pedagogical methods that can bolster motivation and elevate self-confidence among students, particularly those who grapple with English learning anxiety.
Keywords: Students, Language, pedagogy, KIU