A Closer Look at EFL Learners’ Reactions towards Teachers’ Code- Switching in EFL Classroom Settings

The study aimed at investigating students’ attitude towards teachers' code-switching. In order to conduct the study, the quantitative research method was used. The data was collected from a sample of ٢١٩ students (male and female, with different age level) who were selected randomly for the purpose of the study. Through a questionnaire, the students’ attitude was investigated. The results revealed that students held a positive attitude towards teacher’s code-switching. More than half of the students believed teachers had better code-switching to enhance students' understanding. In addition, they believed that code-switching was more useful to teach grammar and writing skills as compared with teaching speaking skill.

کلیدواژه ها:

Code-Switching ، EFL Classrooms ، instruction ، students’ attitude