Challenges of learning english as a second language in nigeria pdf

To examine the obstacles in learning english as second language among the intermediate collegiate students of the two districts, mianwali and bhakkar, the remotest regions of pakistan. Problems of teaching english as a second language in nigeria secondary school abstract although english language is now the language of government, business and commerce, education, the mass media, literature and internal as well as external communication, there are still problems in the teaching of english as a second language in secondary schools. It is because most of the learners will face problems with the lack of vocabulary, structure and syntactic rules. Improper use of method of teaching also causes poor performance in english language among secondary school students. Language, multimedia, gadgets, foreign language teaching flt, information and communication. Difficulties in learning english as a second or foreign language in this research project, the author explored the experience of one adult female immigrant to the united states and her difficulties in learning english as a second language esl and identified several compounding reasons for. A second language is one that comes after ones primary language. However, kisparsky 1972 akinbode 2006 have classified errors in second language learning into two.

The importance of english language cannot be overemphasized, due to its role in social, political economical, and environmental development. May 17, 2019 students learning a second language often learn at different paces and generally learn material differently. Improving the teaching and learning of english language. Therefore, it is clear that the negative attitude of students toward learning of english language is one of the causes of poor performance in the subject english language. Grammar is the spinal cord of any language and the users mastery of it determines his. With learning german as a foreign language, the learners remain unfamiliar with its peculiar concepts and it makes them groan with frustration for almost forever. But learning any foreign language has its highs and lows. Elt classroom learning, challenges both the teacher and the learner. English is a second language l2 in nigeria and has its own features or. For instance, english language learners in african countries like nigeria, ghana, liberia, zambia, malawi, and some other african countries face a lot of challenges because english is not the native language.

Chapter two of problems of teaching english as a second language in nigeria secondary school contains. In most schools, the lack of teachers with good command of the language is a challenge. Cummins 1979 studied problems of english language acquisition. In ireland we use the word craic to mean news, gossip, fun, entertainment, and enjoyable conversation. Teachers need to know and understand the impediments that learners experience in learning the four skills. Learning english as a second language is even less easy. The use of english as a second language esl or foreign language efl in oral communication is, withouta doubt, one of the most common but highly complex activities necessary to be considered when teaching the english language especially because we. Abstract increasing numbers of english language learners ells in early childhood classrooms have created challenges for. The second language, english, suddenly loses its significance. Menakapriya, assistant professor english, ifet college of engineering, villupuram. When it comes to the places where english serves a very limited purpose, it becomes more crucial and. Students can have various difficulties and problems in learning english. It sharpens peoples thoughts and guides and controls their entire activity.

Challenges of effective english language learning in nigeria. The instrument was divided into four parts to cater for four variables. To gather learners suggestions on ways to enhance english language learning and teaching. Tackling the challenges of teaching english language as second language esl in nigeria oluwayemisi florence fatiloro department of general studies education, school of education, federal college of education sp oyo, oyo state, nigeria abstract. Benefits of learning a second language at an early age. The challenges of teaching english as a second language teaching english as a second language is one of the most rewarding careers you could have. Effective teaching and learning in multicultural l2 classrooms despite the challenges and impediments to english language teaching and learning in multicultural l2 classrooms like nigeria, effective teaching skills promote healthy learning abilities. Abstract teaching of english as a secondforeign language is always a challenging task. Deficiencies in teaching and learning english as a foreignsecond language in the secondary schools of india and iran. English is the official language of learning today in nigeria and what is accepted on the premises of most. Effective teaching, second language, l2 classrooms, multiculturalism, improved teaching, teaching skills, challenges. Challenges of effective english language learning in. Speaking difficulties encountered by young efl learners.

Problem facing learners of english in nigeria in 2019 legit. Current challenges in teachinglearning english for efl. It discusses different problems faced by learners of english and what is the right way of. Pdf challenges and strategies for teachers and learners.

Challenges associated with teaching and learning of. It is critical that teachers avoid this reaction when confronted with students who do not use english proficiently. Problems of teaching english as a second language in nigeria. Pdf problems and solutions in teaching english as a. The challenges of teaching english language in nigeria.

The causes of poor performance in english language among. Each part has five 5 questions four 4 of which were in a yes, no, and not sure scale the fifth question in each part was openended, mainly to allow the respondents to express themselves. Challenges in indian classrooms to teach english as a second language nilima roy1 abstract this paper examines the present status of english as a second language in india. Its an opportunity to exercise your teaching skills, immerse yourself in an exciting culture, meet new people from all over the world, and travel to countries youve never visited. English language is the interconnecting language amongst nigerians from different geopolitical zones and different ethnicities. Ironically, it is also nigerias dominant language, with the use of english being taught at various levels of the nigerian educational system prenursery schools, nursery schools, primary schools, secondary schools and tertiary institutions of learning. My paper throws light on the challenges faced by both of them. Challenges in indian classrooms to teach english as a. The purpose of this study was to investigate challenges students face in learning essay writing skills in english language in secondary schools in manga district, nyamira county, kenya. About english language learners english language learners are the fastest growing segment of the public school. English language teaching and learning is faced with myriads of challenges ranging. Difficulties in learning english as a second or foreign. Challenges in english language teaching international.

Tackling the challenges of teaching english language as. Mar 04, 2015 slang is difficult to use and understand when you are learning english as a second language because it often varies from country to country. Problems and solutions found in the research of general practitioners of early childhood douglas d. The most common problem in providing meaningful access to thecurriculum has been the practice of viewing english languagelearners with learning difficulties as simply lowperformingnative english speakers. Pdf challenges faced by english for second language educators. Difficulties in learning english as a second or foreign language. It not only imparts knowledge, skills and inculcates values, but is also responsible for building human capital which breeds, drives and sets technological innovation and. There is a connection between the native language of a learner and the particular difficulties in learning and using english, and the kind of mistakes a learner typically.

Challenges in english language teaching will open portals for novel methods of learning. What are the challenges of second language acquisition in the. The paper tries to highlight the challenges of teaching. Pdf tackling the challenges of teaching english language as. Deficiencies in teaching and learning english as a foreign second language in the secondary schools of india and iran. Challenges associated with teaching and learning of english. The most common problem in providing meaningful access to thecurriculum has been the practice of viewing englishlanguagelearners with learning difficulties as simply lowperformingnative english speakers. Challenges in the teaching and learning of grammar learners errors and deviant forms in the use of english are a major challenge in the teaching and learning of english in nigerian secondary schools. The unique challenges of teaching englishlanguage learners.

Developing a course in academic writing for learners of english as a second language. Challenges of oral english in english as a second language esl. Difficulties in learning english as a second or foreign language in this research project, the author explored the experience of one adult female immigrant to the united states and her difficulties in learning english as a second language esl and identified several compounding reasons for her lack of expected progress. Both languages are compulsory subjects in the malaysian education syllabus. The paper tries to highlight the challenges of teaching and learning english language in nigerian schools.

It defines language and identifies the factors that affect second language learning. Doidge, learning a second language, after the critical period for language learning has ended, is more difficult because, as we age, the longer we use our native language, the. To present the ways to improve the declining condition of learning english as second language. International journal of research in humanities, 26, 514. Biggest challenges for those learning the english language. One of challenges that various volunteers have noticed is that children who were able to receive help at home as well as in school excelled as compared to those. Problems inherent in english language itself this is a major challenge in the teaching and learning of english generally.

Evidence from literature validate the notion that the. Fatiloro, oluwayemisi 2015 tackling the challenges of teaching english language as. Education is an engine for the growth and progress of any society. Big challenge for second language learners english. I am going to talk about the experience in a kenyan primary school where i teach because most of these challenges are contextual. English language, challenges, teaching, learning, higher. The teaching of english language in nigeria can be a very daunting task. May 08, 2019 learning english as a second language is even less easy.

The more the challenges are the more the innovations can be made which makes learning not a tedious and a monotonous task. So youve chosen to attend an english language school in hawaii. Challenges encountered by learners of english as a second. This paper discussed the importance of english language as official language of communication in nigeria. For instance, english language learners in african countries like nigeria, ghana, liberia, zambia, malawi, and some other african countries face. Menakapriya, assistant professorenglish, ifet college of engineering, villupuram. Teaching and learning english language in nigerian schools. Encouraging students to practice the skills learned in class and incorporating listening exercises, such as learning poems or parts of a favorite story in the new language out of class, students may be able to stay on track with your. Not only will you be learning the most important language in the world, but youll be doing it in one of the most beautiful and adventurous places on earth. To gather learners views on english language teaching and learning in secondary school, college and university.

Challenges of teachinglearning english and management. Causes of problems in learning english as a second language as perceived by higher secondary students introduction language is a very important means of communication. Particularly if you are learning english outside of an english speaking country. Problems of teaching english as a second language in nigeria secondary school project material. Evue, augustine 20 challenges facing the teaching of english language in secondary schools in aniocha south local government area of delta state nigeria. They can make different mistakes in english pronunciation, grammar, orthography and vocabulary usage. It is very difficult to think of a society without language. Mar 28, 2017 elt classroom learning, challenges both the teacher and the learner. The challenges of teaching english as a second language. The difficulties of learning english as a second language. Pdf problems and solutions in teaching english as a second.

The role of english language teaching and learning in iran. Obstacles in learning english as a second language among. The aim of this paper is to examine the complexities of learning english language among the ssc level learners of lahiri high school under thakurgaon district, a northern part of bangladesh. As you probably already know, learning a second language particularly english is not an easy task. The purpose of the study is to highlight the challenges facing the teaching and learning of english language in secondary schools in nigeria. Title page foreign language learning difficulties and. Children might be fluent in their mother tongue in a social context with family, friends, and so forth, but they might not have the vocabulary to acquire academic knowledge if they have not had formal teaching at their age level. Challenges in learning english as a second language p. This paper examines some of the challenges the teacher faces in the classroom ranging from.

English language functions as a vehicle of interaction and an instrument of communication. Each part has five 5 questions four 4 of which were in a yes, no, and not sure scale the fifth question in each part was openended. Challenges in the teaching of use of english in nigerian. Learning english as a second language the lack of practice at home with a significant number of illiterate parents, children are still facing difficulties when it comes to learning. Asked th oct, 2016 in the project the challenges of second language acquisition in the first language environment. Current issues in english language teaching and learning. English language is a worldwide language, and its the means of communication in over 30% of all countries in the world. Please, sit back and study the below research material carefully. History and importance of english language in nigeria.

After studying bilingual education classes, he concluded that a students competence in a second language. Also, the problem with good command of english by teachers of other subject has some effect too. Challenges in learning english as a second language. Slang is difficult to use and understand when you are learning english as a second language because it often varies from country to country. Problems of teaching english as a second language in. Challenges in indian classrooms to teach english as a second.

Tackling the challenges of teaching english language as second. Pdf challenges and strategies for teachers and learners of. Uniprojects aim of providing this problems of teaching english as a second language in nigeria secondary school project research material is to reduce the stress of moving from one school. Provision of internet facilities in schools, regular supply of electricity are some of the recommendations made to improve language learning through ict. Challenges faced by teachers when teaching english in. What are the challenges of second language acquisition in. After studying bilingual education classes, he concluded that.

This paper dwells on the factors that hamper the learning of the english language in nigeria. The english language is one of the most popular languages to learn, perhaps the most spoken language around the world is english, and many people choose to learn the language simply to place them in a better position to secure work, or communicate more effectively with more people from around the globe. The unique challenges of teaching english language learners. Challenges faced by teachers when teaching english in public. Review of related literature, origin and importance of english l1, english as a second language l2, problem of mother tongue l1 interference in english language learning, problem of shortage of specialist teacher in english, students. Big challenge for second language learners english language essay. Pdf difficulties of learning english language at the.