English as a second language (ESL) teacher brain-based learning classroom practices and perceptions in Malaysian schools

• Main Authors: Albert, Wilson, Joseph, Ramanair, Soubakeavathi, Rethinasamy
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier B.V. 2023
• Subjects: H Social Sciences (General); L Education (General)
• Online Access: http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/43029/3/English.pdf; http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/43029/; https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590291123002875; https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssaho.2023.100682
• Institution: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak

The brain is a complex organ and plays a crucial role in the learning process. The aim of this study was to examine English as a Second language (ESL) secondary school teachers’ perceptions and actual practices using Brain-Based Learning (BBL) to teach the English literature component among low ability learners. Employing a qualitative design, six teachers from three public schools were observed and later interviewed once over a duration of six weeks. The data analysis revealed that their practices were generally positive; active learner engagement and meaningful learning. However, there were issues related to the learners’ limited ESL proficiency.