CODE-SWITCHING PRACTICES IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE PEDAGOGY: CLARITY ENHANCEMENT IN INDONESIAN EFL EDUCATION

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of code-switching on communication clarity in an EFL classroom in Indonesia. Data were collected through one classroom observation and interviews with one teacher and three students at a senior high school in Surakarta. Results indicate that code-switching significantly enhances communication clarity, boosting students' confidence and interest in the EFL classroom. The finding highlights the necessity for EFL teachers to incorporate code-switching strategies for effective communication and language learning activity.