Journal Article

Extramural English

Pasupathi, Madhumathi, V Rafeek, Rameeza

2026

Overview

This study on Extramural English (EE) explores trends and empirical findings of EE and its impact on second language acquisition (SLA). The article analyses empirical studies on EE to offer an extensive understanding of the role of EE in English language teaching (ELT), drawing on articles from Scopus, ScienceDirect, Taylor & Francis, and ERIC databases. As acquiring a second language through naturalistic ways is a need of the hour, studies to make L2 learning more effortless are constantly being conducted. Presented in three parts, the article provides an overview of existing review papers, analyzes correlation-based studies on EE and various language outcomes, and examines intervention-based studies with EE implementation. Using this framework, the article uncovers patterns in research design, student backgrounds, targeted English language skills and teaching approaches. It highlights how EE contributes to language acquisition, vocabulary, listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. The findings also indicate that EE benefits language learning, opens new learning methods, improves student motivation, and lowers stress and anxiety. Additionally, the article highlights the pedagogical implications of EE and its potential in fostering learner autonomy.