ERIC Number: EJ1235695
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020-Jan
Pages: 15
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Perceptions of Writing Anxiety and Self-Efficacy among Spanish Heritage Language Learners
Torres, Kelly M.; Arrastia-Chisholm, Meagan Caridad; Tackett, Samantha
Journal of Hispanic Higher Education, v19 n1 p84-98 Jan 2020
Many Hispanics living in the United States have limited Spanish language abilities particularly in relation to literacy skills. This study investigated 25 Hispanic heritage language learners' (HLLs) perceptions of their Spanish language writing abilities. During interview sessions, participants described the aspects of writing that were the easiest and most difficult for them to acquire. Findings revealed that HLLs experienced difficulties with accent rules, correct spelling, and conjugations. Additional findings, limitations, and further research are discussed.
Descriptors: Writing Apprehension, Writing Attitudes, Self Efficacy, Hispanic American Students, Spanish, Native Language, Heritage Education, Writing Difficulties, Dialects, Pronunciation, Spelling, Writing Skills, College Students
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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