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Abstract

This study examines the challenges faced by undergraduate students in academic writing at a government college in Bangladesh, focusing on linguistic barriers, critical thinking, organizational skills, and academic integrity. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through focus group interviews with students, individual teacher interviews, participant observations, and document analysis. Findings reveal key difficulties, including limited vocabulary, grammar issues, weak critical thinking, poor organizational skills, and plagiarism concerns. To address these challenges, the study recommends interventions such as structured vocabulary lessons, grammar instruction, critical thinking exercises, and promoting academic integrity. The research emphasizes the importance of collaboration between educators and students to enhance writing skills and improve academic outcomes. Additionally, it identifies areas for future research, such as the impact of socioeconomic status and language background on writing proficiency, offering valuable insights for educators and policymakers.

Keywords

Writing Language Learning Critical Thinking Plagiarism Organizational Issues a Government College

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Author Biographies

Md. Mostafizur Rahman, College of Education, University of Nottingham, Malaysia

Assistant Professor, Department of English

Nawabganj Govt. College,

Chapainawabganj, Bangladesh

Mohammad Azmal Hossain, College of Education, University of Nottingham, Malaysia

Assistant Director, Dissemination of New Curriculum Scheme, Directorate of Secondary and

Higher Education Bangladesh, Dhaka, also Assistant Professor of Chemistry, BCS (General

Education) Cadre.

Mohammad Mohi Uddin, College of Education, University of Alabama, AL, United States

PhD Student & Graduate Research Assistant

Department of Educational Leadership, Policy & Technology Studies

College of Education

University of Alabama

Tuscaloosa, United States

How to Cite
Rahman, M. M., Hossain, M. A., & Uddin, M. M. (2024). Challenges in Academic Writing for Undergraduate Students in Bangladesh. European Journal of Teaching and Education, 6(4), 49–77. https://doi.org/10.33422/ejte.v6i4.1418