Journal of new advances in English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics

Journal of new advances in English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics

Pathways to Educational Excellence: Understanding How Internal and External Factors Shape Academic Success

Author
Zerodale center for execellence in language education, research, and publication, Canada
10.22034/Jeltal.2025.specialissue/5
Abstract
This study investigates the perspectives of teachers and EFL learners on the significance of internal and external factors in achieving academic success. Two scales, referred to as the IEAS (Internal and External Academic Success), were developed and validated in stages to address this. Due to the broad scope of internal and external factors, this research focused on key internal factors- such as intelligence, self-esteem, introversion, and extraversion- and external factors, including intrinsic/extrinsic motivation and socio-cultural status. These factors were selected based on influential frameworks by Dörnyei (2005), Ellis (1994), Horwitz (2000), and Segalowitz (1997), emphasizing those with the strongest correlation to language acquisition. The validated scales were then administered to 35 EFL students and 20 university instructors within their standard coursework. Results highlighted self-esteem and socio-cultural status as particularly impactful on academic success. Integrating these factors into language education may foster a more supportive learning environment, contributing to the broader goals of sustainable development education.
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Volume 7, Issue 3
Call for Paper
Embracing Compassion-Based Approach: Needs to Redefine Education in Emerging Dawn for Gen Z Students
December 2025
Pages 105-132

  • Receive Date 15 May 2025
  • Revise Date 27 August 2025
  • Accept Date 03 September 2025