Code-Switching in L2 Classrooms: A Useful Strategy to Reinforce Learning
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https://doi.org/10.53103/cjlls.v1i1.13Keywords:
L1, L2, Language Learning, Code-Switching, CommunicationAbstract
Although teachers remain hesitant towards the use of L1 in L2 classes, L1 plays a pertinent role in foreign language learning to compensate for deficiencies for promoting language proficiency. For that reason, teachers show flexibility towards the use of code-switching in L2 learning situations to improve learning efficiency. Code-switching serves different functions in the language classroom; maintain the flow of conversation and facilitate communication, assist leaners in understanding linguistic forms, maintain learners’ attention to lessons and encourage engagement in activities, create social classroom environment and establish interpersonal relationship between teachers and learners in the classroom. This paper aims to explore the potential benefits of code-switching in L2 classrooms.
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