Educators’ Challenges In Delivering Written Corrective Feedback To Malaysian Esl Students
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This research investigates the difficulties faced by Malaysian ESL educators in delivering written corrective feedback (WCF) to upper-secondary students using a mixed-methods approach. A survey involving 54 teachers revealed that personal teaching experience, students’ proficiency level, and learning purpose are the most significant factors influencing WCF practices, with over 98% agreement among respondents. Factors including academic training, institutional demands, and student expectations were supported to a moderate extent. Thematic analysis of eight teacher interviews identified seven common challenges: heavy workload, proficiency gaps, negative student attitudes, large class sizes, systemic pressures, limited professional training, and sociocultural barriers. The integration of findings revealed significant convergence regarding experience, proficiency, and exam-oriented objectives, whereas divergences were noted in relation to training, research, and institutional expectations. A pragmatic and experience-driven approach characterises WCF in Malaysian ESL classrooms, yet it is limited by systemic and cultural factors. The research highlights the necessity of organised revision practices, proficiency in feedback interpretation, consistent policy frameworks, and focused professional development initiatives. Future directions involve utilising AI-based feedback tools to decrease workload while maintaining teacher-student interaction.
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01 September 2026
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Mahmud*, N., Fatihah Johari, N. N., & Ghazali, A. S. (2026). Educators’ Challenges In Delivering Written Corrective Feedback To Malaysian Esl Students. In Y. Naoyuki, A. Peng Hwa, & J. Matthes (Eds.), GLY-Upcoming Volume: Innovating Together: The Convergence of Management, Communication, and The Digital Transformation, vol -. European Proceedings of Social and Behavioural Sciences (pp. 0-0). European Publisher. https://doi.org/10.15405/epsbs.2026.09.38