Perceptions of Teachers and Students Towards the Integrated English in Junior High Schools in HOHOE Municipality
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Perceptions, teachers, students, english Language, Hohoe Municipality, teachingRésumé
This study aimed to investigate the perceptions of teachers and students regarding integrated English in junior high schools within Hohoe municipality. The primary element influencing this study was the inadequate academic performance of students in the English language. The integrated method is essential for teaching the English language and enhances learners' language proficiency. The research was founded on the principles of Basil Bernstein’s theory and corroborated by Theodore Frick’s Integrated Education Theory. The research utilised both explanatory and descriptive approaches. The study's target population comprised 1,382 individuals, including 10 circuit supervisors, 52 heads of department, 93 English teachers, and 1,227 Form 3 students throughout 55 Junior High Schools. The research employed questionnaires to gather data from educators and pupils at the Junior High Schools in the Hohoe Municipality. Stratified and simple random selection methods were employed to choose a sample of 422 teachers and students for the study. The study demonstrated that a comprehensive approach to English Language instruction positively impacted learners' accomplishments, and educators exhibited a favourable attitude towards teaching the subject. An integrated approach in the teaching process necessitates a focus on the availability of materials and the competency of educators as two essential pillars. The study indicated that educators should incorporate language and literature into English Language instruction. The integration of varied instructional resources can improve engagement and promote a more profound comprehension of the subject matter. By emphasising these characteristics, instructors may cultivate a more dynamic learning environment that facilitates language acquisition and fosters a passion for reading among students.
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