The influence of Grade point Average and Socioeconomic Status on Learning Strategies

The influence of Grade point Average and Socioeconomic Status on Learning Strategies

ISSN 2566-4638
DOI 10.14706/JEH2018123

International Burch University

Journal of Education and Humanities
Volume 1 (2)

Winter 2018

Abstract: A variety of different factors seem to have an influence on both second language learning difficulties as well as learning strategies. The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of different socio-economic status and grade point average on learning strategies and learning difficulties in second language acquisition (SLA) process. A 5-point Likert scale questionnaire was used to gather data, i.e. a survey method was applied. The research sample included 206 high school participants. The results showed that a socioeconomic status did not have a significant influence on the students’ second language acquisition difficulties. However, the students’ grade point average significantly affected second language acquisition difficulties and also language learning strategies. The results of this study may help instructors to tailor instructions and content to students’ needs and their preferable styles of learning. Taking into consideration students’ learning difficulties and learning strategies in designing and implementing classes may significantly improve teaching and learning outcomes.

Haris Delić

Senad Bećirović

Keywords: learning strategies, learning difficulties, socio-economic status, GPA level, second language acquisition.