Abstract:
This study explored Teachers use of L1 as a medium of instruction in private early
grade classrooms in the Birim Central Municipality of the Eastern Region of Ghana.
A concurrent embedded Mixed Method was used to conduct the study. Simple
random sampling and Convenience sampling techniques were used to sample 95
private school early grade teachers from across the municipality for the study. The
instruments used to collect data were; questionnaire, interview guide and
observational checklist. The quantitative data was analysed using descriptive statistics
whilst thematic analysis as well as narratives were used for the qualitative data. The
result of the study proved that learners‟ first language should be allowed during
English lessons, L1 should be used to discuss tests, quizzes, and other assignments
appropriately. In explaining difficult concepts and unknown vocabulary to learners,
teachers desire to use L1. It is recommended that the Birim Central Municipal Ghana
Education Service should organise seminars to educate private school
proprietors/tresses, parents and teachers about the functions of the use of the L1 as a
medium of instruction in the classroom.
Description:
A Thesis in the Department of Early Childhood Education, Faculty of
Educational Studies, Submitted to the School of
Graduate Studies, in partial fulfilment
of the requirements for the award of the
Degree of Master of Philosophy
(Early Childhood Education)
In the University of Education, Winneba.
