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Problematic Approach to English Learning and Teaching: A Case in Indonesia

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  • Himpun Panggabean

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This article deals with problematic approach to English learning and teaching due to misleading conception on the nature of English and on the process of acquiring it as well as the clues to the issues. The clues are- Firstly, English is not more difficult than any other languages, including Indonesian language, Bahasa Indonesia (Note 1). Secondly, there are two approaches that need considering in English instruction, grammar free and strict grammar approaches. The former is highly recommended for early age instruction and beginners whereas the latter is recommended for instruction for specific purposes. However the two approaches should collaborate and their applications should be based on needs analysis. Thirdly, Conflicting conception on whether L1 and L2 are the same processes should not deter the strategy of how language is acquired naturally. When proper conception on the nature of English is attained and it is approached properly, English subject is not burdensome and needs not be eliminated from Primary School curriculum, and there is no need to reduce time allotment for the subject in Senior High School as stipulated in Indonesian English curriculum amendment.

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  • Himpun Panggabean, 2015. "Problematic Approach to English Learning and Teaching: A Case in Indonesia," English Language Teaching, Canadian Center of Science and Education, vol. 8(3), pages 1-35, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:ibn:eltjnl:v:8:y:2015:i:3:p:35
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