Islamic Junior High School Students’ Motivation for Learning English in Cipancuh

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to investigate the level of motivation for learning English among Islamic junior high school students in Cipancuh. The study also explored the differences in students’ motivation for learning English based on the genders of the students. The participants of this study were 4 of 8th grade students at Islamic junior high school in Cipancuh. The data collection was a questionnaire, and researchers also added interviews to strengthen the research. The data for this study were analyzed qualitatively using thematic analysis. The findings showed that the students’ motivation for learning English was high. The finding revealed a significant difference in their motivation for learning English as female students have higher levels than male students. This study is expected to provide useful knowledge and information about students’ motivation in learning English.