Survey for Self-Efficacy in Language Learning and Fear of Learning a Foreign Language

This study investigates the relationship between self-efficacy in foreign languages and various types of fear in language learning among undergraduates. It aims to understand how psychological factors interact and influence students' motivation, resilience, and confidence in their abilities. The study also investigates whether anxiety hinders language learning, particularly oral communication, and whether self-efficacy can mitigate the negative effects of fear and anxiety during foreign language learning. The quantitative study was conducted on 122 second-year Arabic language BA students learning for business management. The result of the study is that self-efficacy alone is not sufficient to prevent fear in these students, as success in foreign language learning is equally influenced by emotional and psychological factors as well as linguistic ability. The research indicates that students possess self-efficacy but encounter obstacles that impede their capacity to overcome anxieties associated with language acquisition. To overcome these problems, various strategies, such as creating a positive learning atmosphere and using teaching approaches that help students, are needed. Teachers can help students overcome their nervousness and build a better foundation for language mastery by providing customised tools and boosting their enthusiasm. Previous articles have shown that boosting students' self-esteem is a significant factor in their performance on different language skills and tasks.