The Challenges of Teaching English Language in Nigeria

Abstract

The teaching of English language in Nigeria can be a very daunting task. This paper examines some of the challenges the teacher faces in the classroom ranging from decline in reading culture, lack of adequate attention in the classrooms, cultural and psychological background of the learners, poor motivation of the teachers,lack of exposure to modern teaching methods and teachers inadequacy to teach effectively. Some suggestions are proposed to deal with the situation and they include: improvement in reading culture, the employment of more qualified English language teachers, the use of internet facilities and ICT, availability of adequate resources such as larger classrooms, public address systems, language laboratories and in-service training for teachers among others.