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The document discusses the use of a student's mother tongue in the classroom. It notes potential benefits like enhancing clarity and cultural connection, but also risks of overreliance. It emphasizes the need to balance use of the mother tongue with opportunities to practice the target language to support overall development.

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The document discusses the use of a student's mother tongue in the classroom. It notes potential benefits like enhancing clarity and cultural connection, but also risks of overreliance. It emphasizes the need to balance use of the mother tongue with opportunities to practice the target language to support overall development.

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The use of the mother tongue

The use of the mother tongue (or native language) in the classroom has been a subject of
debate among educators for many years. Some points to consider regarding its use:

Clarity and Understanding: In certain situations, using the mother tongue can enhance
clarity and understanding, especially when explaining complex concepts or instructions.
This is particularly important for students who may struggle with the language of
instruction.

Cultural Connection: Using the mother tongue can help students feel connected to their
culture and identity, fostering a sense of belonging in the classroom. It can also provide
opportunities for the sharing of cultural knowledge and experiences.

Support for Language Learners: For students who are learning a second or foreign
language, occasional use of the mother tongue can provide support and scaffolding as
they acquire new language skills. It can help bridge the gap between their current level of
proficiency and the target language.
Maintaining Engagement: Allowing students to express themselves
in their mother tongue from time to time can help maintain their
engagement in the learning process. It can also reduce anxiety for
students who may feel pressured to perform in a language they are
not yet proficient in.

Overreliance and Dependency: However, excessive use of the


mother tongue in the classroom can create dependency and hinder
language development in the target language. It's important for
educators to strike a balance and gradually reduce the use of the
mother tongue as students become more proficient in the target
language.
Role of Language Policy: The decision to use the mother tongue in
the classroom should be guided by language policies at the
institutional, regional, or national level. These policies may vary
depending on factors such as language demographics, educational
goals, and cultural considerations.

Teacher Competence: Teachers' proficiency in both the mother


tongue and the target language plays a crucial role in determining
the effectiveness of using the mother tongue in the classroom.
Educators should be trained to use a variety of strategies to support
language learning while maintaining a balance between the two
languages.
In conclusion, the use of the mother tongue in the classroom
can be beneficial when used judiciously to support learning,
promote understanding, and maintain cultural connections.
However, it should be supplemented with opportunities for
students to engage with and practice the target language to
ensure their overall language development.
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