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Current Issues in English Language Teaching
Introduction
English language plays a vital role in the world and it’s mastery is absolutely crucial for
the youth of a developing nation such as Malaysia. Teaching of English as second
language has been emphasized by the Ministry of Education through the introduction of
many policies. However, English teacher such as myself still faces many challenges
and problems in our teaching career. I have done some research on the current issues
faced by English teacher primarily in Malaysia. These articles or publications are mainly
from thesis done by our local doctoral students. I believe articles from our local
institutions would provide a better picture into the problems faced by local English
teachers. In addition, I have also found some articles from international studies to find
out the general problems encountered by many English teachers across the globe.
Besides that, I have a survey carried out on the perception of students toward the
current English teaching. This article really help us to understand the issues faced by
the students. I have attached extract of the articles below for further reference.
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1. Exploring English Language Learning And Teaching In Malaysia GEMA Online Journal of Language Studies Volume 12(1) Special Edition, January 2012. Normazidah Che Musa, Koo Yew Lie, Hazita Azman
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2. English Language Teaching In Primary Schools: Policy And Implementation
Concerns. Dr. Mohd Sofi Ali International Languages Teacher Training
Institute Lembah Pantai, Kuala Lumpur. IPBA E-JOURNAL 2003
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3. English Language Teaching And Learning Issues In Malaysia: Learners’
Perceptions Via Facebook Dialogue Journal. Wendy Hiew, Centre for the
Promotion of Knowledge and Language Learning, Universiti Malaysia Sabah,
Malaysia. 1st January 2012
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Summary
Most of the articles above had mentioned lack of focus of communicative skill in English
language teaching as the primary issue among English teachers. Besides that, students
also have rather weak grammatical foundation. In addition, many students find
traditional classroom style too boring and lack interactivity with the students. Lastly,
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there is a mismatched between what is needed in the modern world and the lessons
that have been carried out in the classroom. My research has shown that teachers
should use a student centered approach when carrying out the lesson. For instance,
application of game to teach vocabulary will increase the interest of the students.
Bibliography
1. Normazidah Che Musa, Khoo Yiew Lee, Hazita Azman (2012). Exploring English
Language Learning And Teaching In Malaysia. GEMA Online™ Journal of Language
Studies Volume 12(1), Special Section, January 2012
2. Dr. Mohd Sofi Ali (2003). English Language Teaching In Primary Schools: Policy
And Implementation Concerns. International Languages Teacher Training Institute
Lembah Pantai, Kuala Lumpur.
3. Wendy Hiew (2012). English Language Teaching And Learning Issues In Malaysia:
Learners’ Perceptions Via Facebook Dialogue Journal. Centre for the Promotion of
Knowledge and Language Learning, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Malaysia
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