A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF PUBLIC AND PRIVATE STUDENTS’ ATTITUDE TOWARDS LEARNING ENGLISH AT SECONDARY SCHOOL LEVEL
Keywords:
secondary education, learning, public and private, attitudeAbstract
The mindset towards learning English ultimately is one of the crucial elements. According to research, students' attitudes and interests matter in acquiring second language skills. Students' Attitude towards Learning English in Public and Private Schools at Secondary Level was the primary purpose of this study. Due to time and budget constraints, the study was delimited to the Sahiwal Division. A random selection of five hundred students from associated schools. The researchers went to considerable measures to ensure outstanding schools for both males and females. Then, using statistical methods and processes, the data were evaluated for means score, stand deviation, and t-test. According to the conclusion of this study, private secondary school students have a significantly higher attitude towards learning English than public sector secondary school students. Aside from that, private secondary school students are more enthusiastic about learning English. Students' attitudes towards learning English can be improved using effective tactics and styles, including visual, aural, and tactile. Teachers should motivate and encourage students to explore and improve their study and language skills during classroom activities like oral communications. Learn English by doing.
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