ERIC Number: EJ1230172
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019
Pages: 15
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Teachers' Opinions on the Use of L1 in EFL Classes
Journal of Language and Linguistic Studies, v15 n3 p861-875 2019
The use of L1 in EFL classes has been a controversial topic. Therefore, this study investigates the attitudes of university teachers towards the use of L1 and seek their opinions regarding the purposes for which L1 should be used in English classes. A questionnaire of 27 items with a five-point likert-type scale was administered, followed by a face-to face semi-structured interview. Descriptive and content analysis methods were employed. The results show that the use of L1 in L2 classes has facilitating functions in L2 learning environment and teachers do not perceive L1 as a hindering factor at the early stages of English learning; they also believe that L1 should be used with low-proficiency level students when making students aware of the differences and similarities between L1 and L2, explaining new vocabulary, clarifying difficult concepts, solving disciplinary problems and teaching grammar. The teachers' overall attitude towards using L1 was found to be slightly negative in line with the results of the questionnaire yet contradicted with those of the interview. It could be concluded that judicious use of L1 is favoured by teachers.
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Second Language Instruction, Native Language, Language Usage, Language of Instruction, Language Teachers, Teacher Attitudes, Foreign Countries, College Faculty
Journal of Language and Linguistic Studies. Hacettepe Universitesi, Egitim Fakultesi B Blok, Yabanci Diller Egitimi Bolumu, Ingiliz Dili Egitimi Anabilim Dali, Ankara 06800, Turkey. e-mail: jllsturkey@gmail.com; Web site: http://www.jlls.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Turkey
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