Exploring the factors leading to errors in EFL writings the case of Ibn tofail university students

The article delves into the intricate origins of errors in second language writing. Drawing upon an extensive dataset derived from questionnaires and quantitatively analysed, this study meticulously identifies crucial factors contributing to syntactic errors among second language learners. The findings, from the questionnaires filled in by 134 students at Ibn Tofail University, showed that linguistic interference stemming from the mother tongue is a common factor that leads to errors in writing. Overgeneralization of second language rules, insufficient exposure to the target language, and individual variations among learners are also common factors leading to the occurrence of errors. The implications of our findings underscore the need for targeted instructional strategies that effectively address common errors and enhance the second language acquisition process.