EFL Students’ Attitudes Towards Learning a Foreign Language at A Libyan University

Abstract

The history of attitudes toward foreign language learning is not very long. This study investigated the attitudes toward learning English of seventh-semester students at the University of Zawia, Libya, and its possible impact on English learning in terms of positive and negative preferences. The study was conducted analytically, using a questionnaire as the data collection tool. The sample for the study is a group of 62 college students, aged 19-21. They studied English as a subject at the university. This research shows that students are aware of the place of English in the world and its role as a tool for international language and communication purposes. The study concludes with learners demonstrating an overall positive attitude towards learning English.