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Test Anxiety During Formative Assessment in English Learning: Insights from Islamic Boarding School Students

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigates test anxiety among students at Aek Hayuara Sibuhuan Islamic Boarding School during formative assessments in English learning and explores the factors contributing to their anxiety. Employing a qualitative case study approach, the research selected participants through purposive sampling. Data collection methods included closed-ended questionnaires and interviews. The findings reveal that the majority of students experience test anxiety, which manifests in two key dimensions: emotionality and worry. Furthermore, four primary factors contribute to this anxiety: fear of failing the course, psychological distress, poor study skills, and low self-esteem.

Source: Al-Manar

Authors: Bukhori Bukhori, Silvi Herlinda, Zelly Putriani

Institutions: Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Flinders University

Language: English

Topic: Student Stress and Coping

Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7083285069

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