Factors that influence the English language Teaching-Learning process in ESL/EFL classrooms.

Abstract

This research focuses on identifying and analyzing different factors that influence the English language teaching - learning process in ESL/EFL classrooms. The study was conducted in five schools within New York State. Data was gathered from three classrooms in each institution. Samples of students and teachers involved in ESL programs from sixth, seventh and eighth grades were collected by observing classrooms, obtaining information from teachers and students, as well as from questionnaires and notes. The examination and recording of all the data was developed by employing four distinct components: separated by factors concerning teachers, factors concerning students, factors concerning classrooms, and factors concerning institutions. After collecting the information from the interviews and surveys from teachers and students, a statistical analysis of the results was conducted. The results obtained from the research, identified that the factors affecting the process of teaching and learning English are the lack of well prepared lesson plans, the absence of appropriate resources in the classroom, the range of students in a classroom as well as other aspects as such, age attitude, and motivation.