Abstract
This study explores the challenges encountered by English literature teachers in Myanmar universities during the first semester of the academic year 2022-2023. The research, conducted through a questionnaire and semi-structured interview distributed to 10 female and 12 male instructors, identifies key impediments to teaching literature. Results indicate that instructors perceive students’ language proficiency, the linguistic and stylistic complexity of texts, and the degree of cultural familiarity as pivotal factors affecting the teaching-learning process. Noteworthy strategies employed by instructors to address these challenges include bridging the gap between students and literary texts by relating themes and characters to personal experiences and promoting independent reading. The findings contribute to a better understanding of the obstacles faced by English literature teachers in Myanmar, offering insights for the improvement of teaching practices in this context.
Presenters
Mary MaryAssociate Professor, English Department, Ministry of Education, Ayeyarwady, Myanmar
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Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
KEYWORDS
Challenges, Teaching Literature, English Literature Teachers, Myanmar
