Teachers’ Nonverbal Cues in EFL Classrooms: Analyzing the Impact of Movement on Student Engagement and Comprehension

Sami'an Wulandari; Amaliah Ramdani; Reskyani Reskyani; Nur Ainun Musa

doi:10.56185/jelita.v5i2.827

Sami'an Wulandari Universitas Negeri Makasssar
Amaliah Ramdani Universitas Negeri Makassar
Reskyani Reskyani Universitas Negeri Makassar
Nur Ainun Musa Universitas Negeri Makassar

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56185/jelita.v5i2.827

Keywords: EFL teaching, Nonverbal Communication, Student Engagement, Teacher Movement

Abstract

The aim of this study examine the effects of teacher movements as a nonverbal communication strategy on student engagement and learning outcomes. The research, conducted at MIN 1 Sinjai, used a qualitative approach that included semi-structured interviews and structured observations to investigate how students perceive the efficacy of their teachers' nonverbal cues, especially in terms of teacher gestures in the classroom. Findings showed that teacher mobility significantly improved attention, participation, and overall classroom dynamics. According to this study, creating a more dynamic and engaging learning environment can be achieved by applying nonverbal communication techniques such as deliberate classroom gestures. Concerning improving teaching methods in the EFL classroom, this observation has useful implications and broadens our understanding of nonverbal communication in educational settings.

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