This study determined the attitudes of
Maranao learners towards English Language Learning
through their use of English in worshipping,
communicating with fellow Muslims, schools, commercial
establishments, and on social media. Furthermore, it also
identified the factors that influenced their attitudes
towards learning the English language.
Using the qualitative approach, the data were
acquired through interviews with 10 students who are
studying in Matnog National High School, Matnog,
Sorsogon and selected through purposive sampling. Using
thematic analysis, it was revealed that the learners have
varying attitudes towards English Language Learning,
which included flexibility, preferred language,
acceptance, and resentment; and the factors that affected
their attitudes towards learning English includes
acceptance of mediocrity and persistence to be better.