Investigation of The Reality of Learner-Centered Approach In Algerian EFL Classes. Expectations VS Reality The Case of EFL Second Year Students at Al-Tamimi Secondary School in M’sila.

Abstract

Teachers have a challenge to change and use modern and appropriate methods in class in order to enhance learner’s performance in learning English as a foreign language . This study attempts to investigate the learner and teacher’s perception towards using the learner-centered approach in teaching English and whether is applied or not in Algerian classes . In addition, the study looked at the teacher and the learner factors as well as the learning environment .Also, this study focused on learning activities and learner-centered classes assessment . Moreover, this study was conducted at Al- Tamimi Secondary School in M’sila , with the participation of 60 second year students and seven English teachers from the same school. A questionnaires administered to the learners and an interview for teachers to gain insights about their attitudes towards learner- centered approach and a checklist is used in order to observe their motivation, their learning difficulties and their awareness about using different learning strategies .The results show that learner-centered approach does not exist in Algerian secondary school classes. Based on this investigation, recommendations are made concerning effective implementation of this approach to the teaching and learning process