The Indonesian Learning Style Inventories from the Viewpoint of EFL Students

Abstract

The primary goal of this research is to examine the learning style inventories of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students at Muhammadiyah University and to discuss how these tactics relate to various learning style traits. This research was conducted among students at Muhammadiyah University in Makassar, Indonesia. A questionnaire was distributed to 69 students, who were randomly selected from a population of 120 based on the Slovin formula. The study is part of a larger mixed-methods research initiative, with quantitative results reported in other publications. The qualitative insights gathered from interviews reveal that students exhibit a diverse array of learning methods influenced primarily by three key sensory modalities: storing, remembering, and recalling information. These findings have a substantial impact on the process of English language teaching, suggesting that tailoring instructional strategies to fit these identified learning styles can lead to more effective teaching practices and enhanced classroom engagement. Furthermore, the research contributes significantly to the broader study of language and communication learning inventories within educational and language training contexts, providing vital insights that can inform educators on how to adapt their teaching methods to meet the varied needs of their learners more effectively. Overall, this study underscores the importance of understanding learning styles in fostering a conducive learning environment.

Keywords

• efl students
• learning style
• viewpoint