Barriers of English as Medium of Instruction at Secondary Level in Public Sector Institutions of Gujrat

Abstract

In the world of scholars and academicians English language is used at its top level. During the last decade, English has enjoyed its true status at all levels of learning in Pakistanis institutions. However, the teaching and learning English has not been satisfactory. This research study probes the barriers to executing English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) at the secondary level in public sector institutions of Gujrat City. The aim of the study is to explore the barriers that teachers face while teaching the subjects in English. Findings show that writing in English and conveying the concepts in English to students is a barrier for the teachers .As English is not the native language of teachers therefore, speaking and reading are also a barrier. Experiences of the teachers are in their mother tongue and national language, so explaining the concepts in English is hindrance for them. The study underscores the need for targeted teacher training, curriculum reforms for the effectiveness of EMI policies. Recommendations are provided to bridge the gap between policy and practice, ensuring equitable access to quality education through EMI. The study points out the factors and the barriers faced by the teachers. The inspiration of the study comes from the problems of secondary students which they are facing in learning English. It is a quantitative study and survey was conducted through questionnaire. The data was collected from the female teachers of government girls and boys secondary schools located in Gujrat City.