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Problem Statement IIn the context of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) education, there is a pressing need to understand how cultural backgrounds and identity factors influence the selection and effectiveness of language learning strategies among students from diverse cultural backgrounds. This issue is of significant importance due to the growing interconnectedness of the world, leading to increasingly multicultural and multilingual classrooms. However, there is a lack of comprehensive research addressing the following critical aspects: The Influence of Cultural Values on Language Learning Strategies: Little is known about how students from various cultural backgrounds navigate their English language learning journey. Cultural values, norms, and communication styles are likely to shape their decisions regarding language learning strategies, which, in turn, can impact their language proficiency and learning outcomes. Understanding this impact is essential for creating customized language education programs.

The Role of Cultural Identity in Motivation and Attitude:A student's cultural identity, molded by their heritage and individual experiences, constitutes a significant aspect of their overall identity. However, the extent to which cultural identity influences a student's motivation, attitude, and confidence in learning English remains largely unexplored. This knowledge gap hinders educators' ability to effectively engage and support students in their language learning endeavors. Addressing Cultural Sensitivity in Classroom Settings: As classrooms become more diverse, educators face the challenge of accommodating diverse preferences and learning strategies stemming from various cultural identities. Understanding the role of cultural sensitivity in educational settings is crucial for creating inclusive and effective teaching environments. Therefore, this research aims to address these critical gaps by investigating the repercussions of cultural backgrounds and identities on English language learning strategies. By delving into how cultural values impact strategy selection, the role of cultural identity in motivation and attitude, and the importance of cultural sensitivity in classrooms, this study seeks to provide valuable insights that can inform pedagogical approaches and curriculum design for EFL education in culturally diverse contexts.

The Role of Cultural Identity in Motivation and Attitude:A student's cultural identity, molded by their heritage and individual experiences, constitutes a significant aspect of their overall identity. However, the extent to which cultural identity influences a student's motivation, attitude, and confidence in learning English remains largely unexplored. This knowledge gap hinders educators' ability to effectively engage and support students in their language learning endeavors. Addressing Cultural Sensitivity in Classroom Settings: As classrooms become more diverse, educators face the challenge of accommodating diverse preferences and learning strategies stemming from various cultural identities. Understanding the role of cultural sensitivity in educational settings is crucial for creating inclusive and effective teaching environments. Therefore, this research aims to address these critical gaps by investigating the repercussions of cultural backgrounds and identities on English language learning strategies. By delving into how cultural values impact strategy selection, the role of cultural identity in motivation and attitude, and the importance of cultural sensitivity in classrooms, this study seeks to provide valuable insights that can inform pedagogical approaches and curriculum design for EFL education in culturally diverse contexts.

Research Problem Understanding the Interplay of Cultural Identity and English Language Learning Strategies in Multicultural EFL Classrooms. Research Questions 1. How does cultural identity relate to the selection of English language learning strategies in the context of multicultural EFL classrooms? 2. To what extent does a student's cultural identity influence their motivation, attitude, and confidence in learning English as a foreign language in a diverse educational environment?

General Objective To analyze how the cultural identity of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students impacts the selection and effectiveness of their learning strategies, as well as its influence on the dynamics of multicultural classrooms. Specific Objectives 1. Explore the influence of cultural values, norms, and communication styles on the choice of English language learning strategies among students from different cultural backgrounds. 2. Assess the extent to which students' cultural identity affects their motivation, attitude, and confidence in learning English as a foreign language. 3. Analyze the role of cultural sensitivity in the classroom environment when addressing the diverse preferences and learning strategies that arise from various cultural identities.

Significance of the study in our field for your research idea This research is of paramount importance in the field of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teaching due to the growing cultural diversity in classrooms. Understanding how students' cultural identity influences their learning strategies can help educators design more effective and culturally sensitive approaches to teaching English. Furthermore, this research will contribute to the promotion of an inclusive and enriching classroom environment that values and respects cultural differences, thus enhancing the quality of EFL education.