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Factors that affect the English language teaching – learning process in Ecuadorian public high schools

Abstract:

The topic of this research work involves discovering: “The Factors that affect the English language teaching-learning process in Ecuadorian public high schools.” A sample of 15 teachers in seven high schools was taken into account in order to gather the information. The locations for the application of this research work were Macará, Cariamanga, and Sosoranga, cantons of the Loja Province. The quantitative method was carried out in terms of analyzing data from individuals and events in their natural setting. Teachers and students were asked to complete a questionnaire. Furthermore, interviews were conducted drawing upon teacher’s English proficiency. The results show that the main factors affecting the English language teaching-learning process in these public high schools are basically related to teachers –in terms of linguistic competence and methodological application; teachers have the difficulty of working without any–or at least poor– supporting teaching materials. On the other hand, students’ English skills confirm the fact that an urgent improvement must be accomplished in order to enhance their capacity for understanding English as a real matter in the teaching-learning perspective.