EFL instructors’ scaffolding strategies use in writing classrooms: The case of Wollega University

Second language acquisition is facilitated when teachers provide the necessary assistance for learners through process of scaffolding. The study aimed at identifying scaffolding strategies EFL instructors use in writing classrooms Wollega University. Six were video recorded while teaching to first-year students Communicative English Skills II. video-recorded data transcribed and analyzed using Open code project software. Interview also used strengthen teachers’ classroom activities. from interview narration according specific themes. result indicates that like a questioning, explanation, inviting learners, repeating students’ utterances, praising giving instruction, recasting, directing thinking, feedback, L1, others. Contrary strategies, misuse has be given attention enhance its usage. Keywords: Interaction; scaffolding; strategies; writing.