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

Abstract

This study is about the factors that affect the teaching of English in Ecuadorian public high schools. It analyzes how such factors hinder the achievement of an advanced level of communicative competence in the English language that students should achieve after completing high school. The purpose of this research is to find the causes that influence low students’ achievement. It was conducted in public high schools in the city of Cañar in 2012. The participants were English teachers from8 1th, 9th and 10th grades. Data was collected through observation forms, questionnaires, and surveys. The general approach was quantitative and qualitative. During the process, fifteen classes were observed. For the analysis and interpretation of results three aspects were taking into consideration: factors concerning teachers, students, and the classroom. The data obtained was tabulated after that the results were analyzed and interpreted; the results demonstrated that English teachers have difficulties to teach this subject. This research has established a significant connection between quality teacher education and student achievement.