Systematic literature review of error analysis in foreign language essay writing at the secondary level
The structural disparities between the Malay and foreign languages, along with insufficient proficiency in grammar, contribute to students’ errors in essay composition. Nevertheless, there has been a limited number of scholarly endeavours focused on the systematic compilation and comprehensive exami...
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Penerbit Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
2025
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| Online Access: | http://journalarticle.ukm.my/26041/ http://journalarticle.ukm.my/26041/1/78-86%20-.pdf |
| Summary: | The structural disparities between the Malay and foreign languages, along with insufficient proficiency in grammar, contribute to students’ errors in essay composition. Nevertheless, there has been a limited number of scholarly endeavours focused on the systematic compilation and comprehensive examination of literature pertaining to this particular matter. In order to address this research gap, the primary objective of this paper is to undertake a systematic literature review of existing literature pertaining to the study of errors in foreign language essay writing at the secondary level. The procedure employed in the composition of this systematic literature review adheres to the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis) guidelines for writing. A total of 6 articles were selected between 2018 until 2023 through identification, screening and eligibility process. In order to identify articles and sources for the purpose of this literature review, The study uses three primary databases: Web of Science, Scopus, and an additional supplementary database known as the Education Resource Information Centre (ERIC). The thematic analysis undertaken in this SLR has identified two themes. 1) Categories of Errors in Essay Writing and 2) Factors Contributing to Errors in Essay Writing. A strong command of vocabulary and comprehensive understanding of grammar are essential to minimizing errors in essay writing. These errors when analyzed can serve as indicator tools for teachers in assessing the language proficiency levels of their students. |
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