The Influence of Self-Confidence, Learning Habits, and Expressive Courage on English Learning Outcomes

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of self-confidence, learning habits, and courage to express opinions on students’ English learning outcomes. Employing a quantitative correlational design, the research was conducted among 46 students of the English Education Study Program, Class of 2024, at Universitas Muhammadiyah Riau. Data were collected through structured questionnaires using a Likert scale and analyzed using multiple linear regression techniques. The findings reveal that learning habits have a significant positive effect on students’ English learning outcomes, indicating that disciplined routines and consistent study practices play a central role in academic achievement. In contrast, self-confidence and courage to express opinions show negative coefficients, suggesting that these factors do not directly contribute to improved learning outcomes when not supported by effective learning behaviors. The regression model obtained is Y = 88.334 − 0.340X₁ + 0.342X₂ − 0.091X₃. These results highlight that psychological and expressive strengths alone are insufficient to ensure academic success without structured and sustained learning habits. The study concludes that effective English learning outcomes emerge from the balance between internal qualities and disciplined learning practices, offering important implications for educators in fostering both character development and academic rigor.