The Problematic Interaction between the Mother Tongues, the National Language and Foreign Language Instruction in Turkish Education

Peaci, Davut

doi:10.1016/j.sbspro.2016.10.065

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“…In light of results of this study, the research proposed the following recommendations to the concern. It is highly recommended to alter the hiring criteria for both native and non-native speakers of English to avoid discrimination and to ensure better quality because speaking the language doesn't mean that you can teach it and also there are so many non-native English speakers that are highly-qualified and talented and they can prove very proficient in the classroom (Ismaiel, 2017;McNamara et al, 2018;Peaci, 2016;Rahimi & Zhang, 2015).…”

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This study investigated the effect of using native and non-native English teachers on the achievement of preparatory year students at the University of Tabuk for academic year 2017/2018. To achieve the purpose of the study, a pre/post-test was constructed to measure students' level in English skills. The test consisted of four parts listening, reading, writing, structure. A speaking test was also conducted to measure the students' level in speaking skill. The study sample consisted of eight groups from the intermediate level taught by both native and non-native English speaker's teachers. The researcher used a descriptive statistical analysis T-test (means and standard deviations). The findings of the study showed that there was a significant correlation between listening and speaking skills in favour of native speakers. And there was a significant correlation between writing and grammar skills in favour of non-native speakers. And there was no statically significant in the achievements of students in reading skill. Also, there were no statically significant differences in the student's achievement due to gender. In the light of those findings, the study recommends that both native and non-native English speakers are important for the learning process.

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“…Non-native teachers are also familiar with the difficulties that face students while learning English. The native versus non-native teacher issue is very controversial from both pedagogical and sociolinguistic perspectives (Lin & Lu, 2016;Ling & Braine, 2007;Peaci, 2016).…”

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The Problematic Interaction between the Mother Tongues, the National Language and Foreign Language Instruction in Turkish Education

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