Kiingereza kama Lugha ya Kufundishia na Kujifunzia Katika Shule za Sekondari Tanzania kinachangia Kuzorota kwa Elimu

Abstract

Background: This article summarizes two research studies on the medium of ins/ruction in Tanzanian secondary schools. The objective of these studies was to find out how the use of Kiswahili affected student understanding. participation and performance in classrooms. Data was collected by means of interviews, questionnaires, classroom observation and a cartoon comprehension test. Generally, the studies showed that when Kiswahili was used as a medium of instruction, students understood better, explained themselves better and participated much more in class. Performance was likewise improved.