Teachers’ and Students’ Roles in Reducing Foreign Language Anxiety

Foreign language anxiety is a common challenge faced by English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners worldwide. This review paper explores effective strategies for removing foreign language anxiety among EFL learners. The analysis of published resources revealed several major themes, including the role of teachers, and students. Regarding teachers, they are recommend to implanting different classroom activities, and student-centred learning approaches, clear instructions, creating a relaxing classroom environment, teachers' psychological aspects, and the incorporation of technology. Students also play an important in reducing their foreign language anxiety Overall, this review highlights the significance of effective strategies in removing foreign language anxiety among EFL learners. By implementing these strategies, teachers can create a supportive and conducive learning environment that promotes language learning and reduces anxiety among learners. Students play a crucial role in reducing foreign language anxiety when learning English as a second or foreign language. They can take proactive steps to identify and address their personal and interpersonal anxieties, employing positive thinking strategies, avoidance strategy, and role of family help students overcoming their classroom anxiety.