Second Language Acquisition in English Medium Classes in Jaffna

Abstract

This paper deals with the impact on the acquisition of English in the English medium classes in Jaffna and analyses the different perspectives of the stakeholders involved in the English medium classes. Methodology and the tools used for data collection are also elaborated with adequate information. This study reveals the outcomes which show the levels of learner’s performance after they have opted for English medium education. The findings of the study are presented based on the data gathered from two schools: Jaffna Hindu College (JHC) and J/Vembai Girls’High School (VGHS).