Undergradute Students' Anxiety in Academic Writing at Universitas Negeri Padang

Abstract

This study examines the level of writing anxiety among English Language Education students at Universitas Negeri Padang, in regards to Academic Writing. Writing anxiety is prevalent issue that hinders student from expressing ideal fluently and confidently, potentially impacting their academic success. The research sample consists of 58 students, and data was collected through questionnaire. The questionnaire was adapted from Cheng (2004), measured the students' writing anxiety levels using the SLWAI. The study found that, on average, the students had a moderate level of anxiety. Overall, this study highlights the presence of writing anxiety among English Language Education students and provides insights into the reasons behind it and the strategies used to address it. This study also underscores the need for targeted interventions, such as writing workshops and supportive feedback mechanisms, to help students manage their confidence in academic writing. In addition, the findings provide valuable insights for educators and curriculum developers.