The Effect of Using Learner-Centered Approach (LCA) on Improving Secondary School Students’ Performance in English Language

Abstract

This study aims at investigating the effect of using learner-centered approach (LCA) on improving secondary school students’ performance in English Language at some schools in Khartoum Locality. The objectives of this study are to analyze, identify and assess this method of teaching. The researcher uses two questionnaires addressed to students at secondary schools in Khartoum Locality (150 male and female students) and (50 teachers of English language .The data was statistically analyzed by the SPSS program. The findings of the study indicate that teachers agree that classroom activities lead too growth in self-awareness and in understanding of others. Furthermore, they hold positive attitude towards implementing group work which encourages students to participate effectively. The overall trend is that both students and teachers generally feel positive about student-centered learning. The study provides some recommendations to tackle the problems of implementing this method. These are concerned with training teachers to implement this approach and to deal with the problems that may arise. The study is concluded with some suggestions for further studies.