Metamorphosis in Motion: A Comparative Analysis of the Identity Changes in First and Final Year BS English Students of IMSciences

Authors

  • Shifa Farooq Institute of Management Sciences (IMSciences) Peshawar
  • Dr. Sabeen Institute of Management Sciences (IMSciences) Peshawar
  • Javeria Ashfaq Bhatti Department of English, National University of Modern Language, Islamabad, Pakistan

Keywords:

Self-identity, Language, Literature, English language learners, BS English

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the transformative effects of studying English linguistics and literature on the identities of BS students at IMSciences. The main focus is to critically observe the changes in their identities as they progress from the first to the second year of their academic journey at IMSciences. Data was collected from 33 volunteer participants (selected through purposive sampling) through separate Focus Group Discussions conducted at different stages. The analysis of the study was guided by Vygotsky's socio-cultural theory and a general Reader-Response theory. The data was categorized into themes and sub-themes for analysis. The findings revealed that the students' worldviews were altered and their language and communication skills were enhanced during the course of the study. Additionally, the overall social and cultural perceptions of the English language and literature program, as well as the students' affordability and expectations, played a positive role in shaping their identities.

Author Biographies

Shifa Farooq, Institute of Management Sciences (IMSciences) Peshawar

BS Student

Dr. Sabeen, Institute of Management Sciences (IMSciences) Peshawar

Lecturer in English

Javeria Ashfaq Bhatti, Department of English, National University of Modern Language, Islamabad, Pakistan

Assistant Professor of English

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Published

2023-07-31 — Updated on 2023-07-31

How to Cite

Farooq, S. ., Sabeeb, D., & Bhatti, J. A. (2023). Metamorphosis in Motion: A Comparative Analysis of the Identity Changes in First and Final Year BS English Students of IMSciences. The Lighthouse Journal of Social Sciences, 2(1), 122–138. Retrieved from https://kpheart.edu.pk/ojs/index.php/ljss/article/view/124