Investigating the Impact of Scaffolding Strategy on EFL Learners’ Writing Skill at Soran University

Abstract

         This study aims to investigate the effect of scaffolding on learners' English writing skill. In order to carry out this study, sixty-one English major sophomore students were selected from faculty of Arts at Soran University in the academic year 2022-2023. For the purpose of data collection, a quantitative quasi-experimental method was used. Both pre-test and post-test were undertaken with two groups; the control group which received the traditional method, and an experimental group who implemented the scaffolding instruction. Following the administration of tests, the students' scores were collected, and the results were statistically analyzed. The findings of the study reveal that the students who received instructions through the scaffolding strategy performed better than those who have been taught with the traditional method. The study highlights the importance of using scaffolding strategies in language instruction and suggests that educators should incorporate these strategies into their teaching practices to enhance the language learning experience for their students.