The challenges in learning English among s.1 students of Kumi seed secondary school

Abstract

In this research work, the author explored the challenges involved in the process of learning English language among senior one students of Kumi Seed Secondary School in Kumi, Sub County, Kumi District, Uganda. The researcher sampled senior one population. The researcher utilized questionnaires in the process as well as observation and interview method. The total population amounted to 145 students and 3 teachers. Information collected was analyzed through tabulation and explanation. The resultant findings indicated that learners carried on learning difficulties from their respective primary schools to secondary school, the effect of environment in which they were living in and inborn conditions. The author noted that the challenges in learning English language affected the learner’s general performance and their interaction. However, with the teacher’s intervention, the learners improved and became confident when learning English language.