ISSUES IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE CURRICULUM IMPLEMENTATION IN NIGERIA

This paper discusses issues in English language curriculum implementation in Nigeria. The teaching and learning of the English language is a complex activity which involves critical pedagogical input. Issues such as pedagogical skills of the teacher, the learning environment, the nature and quality of instructional materials, presentation of the curriculum contents, motivation of the learners are all very critical in the implementation of the English language curriculum. The selection and organization of curriculum content, curriculum implementation and evaluation, the development, distribution and use of teaching materials, and the relevance of the curriculum to the needs of society are all issues associated with the implementation of English language curriculum in Nigeria school system. The implementation of the English language curriculum in Nigeria education system is vital for learners’ progress and education success in Nigeria. This article further highlights the nature of curriculum, curriculum implementation, secondary school curriculum in Nigeria, challenges of implementing English language curriculum, prospects of implementing English language curriculum among others. The conclusion and recommendations of this paper were drawn after proper highlights of the ideas raised.