This article about high school students in Japan describes the strong aversion students have towards learning English. Over 58% have a strong dislike of learning English. Now you might say, “Oh, high school students hate everything!” or “This isn’t the case where I teach” but I think most of us can agree, it is true in most schools and countries around the world. The problem exists, it is huge. Especially huge in the face of the demand for strong English as a second language speakers in the job markets of most nations.
Let’s look at some of the reasons students dislike learning English and think of some possible ways to address them. We think EnglishCentral offers a lot of possible solutions to the problem, especially regarding study efficiency and student motivation.
1. Learning English is mandatory. It’s not my choice.