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Item Investigating the Nature of Classroom Interaction in Efl Class In Grade 8 Ardi Youth Academy, Addis Ababa(Addis Ababa University, 2024-05) Ashenafi Wolde; Alemu H.(PhD)This study, titled "Investigating the Nature of Classroom Interaction in EFL Class in Grade 8 Ardi Youth Academy, Addis Ababa," aimed to explore classroom interactions in Grade 8 English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classes at Ardi Youth Academy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Guided by Interactionist and Sociocultural Theories, the research sought to understand the nature of classroom interactions, identify predominant interaction types, and examine teachers' facilitation of these interactions. Employing a descriptive research design, data were collected through video recordings and semi-structured interviews with students and the teacher. The findings revealed a predominantly teacher-centered approach characterized by teacher-initiated communication, limited student engagement, and minimal peer interactions. Teachers focused on information transmission and predominantly used closed-ended questions, restricting opportunities for student-driven discussion and critical thinking. The study concluded that EFL classrooms in this context lacked a balanced, interactive learning environment. Recommendations included increasing student participation, incorporating open-ended questions, facilitating peer interactions, and balancing teaching approaches. These findings have implications for educational practice, curriculum design, and policy implementation, emphasizing the need for professional development and interactive teaching methods to promote active learning and critical thinking.