Home⇛Sukisok⇛vol. 5 no. 1 (2025)

English-Only Policy in the Classroom: Benefits and Drawbacks in Language Acquisition

Queen Cyrill V. Blas | Hasel Abegail P. Gines | Levie Joy A. Agas

Discipline: English Language

 

Abstract:

This study explores the benefits and drawbacks of the English-only policy in students' language acquisition and how it aids teachers in teaching the English language. This study used a qualitative descriptive research design, wherein observation, interview, and focus group discussion were administered face-to-face to the 15 participants, who were teachers and students. The study revealed that the English-only policy improved communication skills, enhanced English knowledge, developed Students' language proficiency, and increased confidence in speaking. Meanwhile, the drawbacks found in the study that students usually encountered were difficulty in communication, in Limited classroom interaction, violation of the policy, and decreased self-confidence. Also, the policy aids teachers in using teacher instructional clarity, classroom engagement, and teaching enhancement. Lastly, the study concluded that the English-only policy has more benefits than drawbacks for students acquiring the English language.



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