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Chapter 1
THE PROBLEM
English language. The majority of students' knowledge and many of their abilities
intended to equip the student with the skills necessary to contribute effectively to
class discussions and articulate his or her opinions. Learning English is difficult
since it involves more than just understanding and using words in conversation.
culture, way of thinking, and emotional state. The English language aids learners
2019, the advantage for the Filipinos who are proficient in using the English
language is being eroded by rising competition from other Asian countries and
needs to step up its efforts in improving the teaching and learning of English,
lacking the proficiency in using the English language are in Mindanao. The
reason behind its low rate in proficiently speaking the English language is the
lack of quality
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citizens. A Korean citizen said that he has been learning the English language
since he was from third or fourth grade. But even with all those years of English
education, it didn’t seem like it prepared him for using it in real life. When he was
asked on his thoughts in learning the English language, he responded that it was
just like any other subject in school, such as math or science. The class focused
on learning grammar and memorizing it for the tests. However, these tests did
not even evaluate language ability; rather they focused on academic progress
and most of the time they forgot what they studied right after the exam. He also
stated that when he hears someone speaking in English, he starts sweating and
National High School Senior High School, in order to proposed an Action plan to
Theoretical framework
The study aimed to better understand the difficulties that HUMSS students
face when learning English as a second language and investigated the potential
their language learning process. This research seeks to provide helpful insights
into the tactics and treatments that can help HUMSS students overcome
language challenges.
CONSTRUCTIVISM THEORY
and interactions with their surroundings. It asserts that people actively construct
their understanding and knowledge by integrating new information into their pre-
promoted language growth. Similarly, Li and Fan (2020) studied the impact of a
LINGUISTIC THEORY
understanding the rules and patterns that govern language use. Learners can
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Recent studies have looked into the role of linguistic theory in language
through which people learn and internalize a language, whether it is their first or
English language learning among HUMSS students. For instance, Chen and
and Kang (2022) investigated the role of cognitive factors, such as working
Conceptual framework
National High School, A.D. Curato St., Butuan City, 8600 Agusan Del Norte.
and the challenges faced in learning a second foreign language, as well as the
English.
1.1 age;
1.3 ethnicity
2.1 physical;
2.2 psychological;
2.3 social
language learning. Their experiences may offer insightful information about how
The study's limitation was a small sample size, which doesn’t necessarily
represent all Grade-11 HUMMS students. The study was restricted to Agusan
National High School, A.D. Curato St., Butuan City, which would limit how
The study can assist in identifying the particular language barriers that
HUMSS become more aware of their unique language learning difficulties. These
students will better comprehend the causes of their difficulties and come up with
solutions.
Teachers. The result of the study can inform teaching practices that consider
HUMSS. This can lead to more effective instruction, improved outcomes for
students, and ultimately, better preparedness for academic and career success.
Parents. The study's results can help non-native English speakers' parents
English.
encounter. This may result in more intervention programs and more effective
education.
difficulties in grade 11-HUMSS. This could help researchers create new theories
and models to explain language learning and improve curriculum and programs
Definition of Terms
learners.
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native speakers of English in grade 11-HUMSS learn the language and become
proficient in it.
HUMSS learners.
learners.
Grade 11 Learners. This refers to the grade 11-HUMSS students who are
talk in English.
Sex. This refers to the biological sex of the grade 11-HUMSS learners.
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Social. This refers to where the speaker was born, grew up, now lives,