The Effective Role of Applying Learner-Centered Approach in Improving the English Language Proficiency of Secondary School English language learners in Sudan

Abstract

The objectives of this paper are to analyze and identify the problems that are liable to face teachers of English Language at secondary schools when applying Learner-Centered Approach in classes. It also explains the reasons which caused these problems. The writer used two questionnaires addressed to students at secondary schoolsin Al-Hasahisa Locality(100male and female students) and (50 teachers of English language) who are now studying at Sudan University of Science and Technology (M.A in E.L.T.) The data was statistically analyzed. The findings of thestudy indicated thatStudent-Centered Learning Approach contributes greatly in enhancing and facilitating the actual learning experience. The overall indicationwas that both students and teachers generally feel positive about Student-Centered Learning. The study provided some recommendations to tackle the problems of implementing this method. These were concerned withtraining teachers to implement this approach and to deal with the problems that may arise.