English Proficiency of Learners Taught Using Standard English and Philippine English

Abstract

Standard English and Philippine English are examples of World Englishes used in different domains in the country. To probe on this matter, this study aimed to determine the level of English proficiency of the learners taught in Standard English and Philippine English. The study utilized the experimental method and rubrics in gathering data. The participants were 40 Grade 11 GAS learners enrolled in Oral Communication in Context handled by the researcher during School Year 2018 - 2019. Lessons and performances were audio-video recorded. The data gathered were treated using means, percentages and t-test for independent samples. The study found that the learners taught in Standard English did not meet expectations for English Proficiency; the learners taught in Philippine English had Very Satisfactory level of English Proficiency; and there was no significant difference between the levels of English proficiency of the learners taught in Standard English and in Philippine English. Based on the findings, an anthology of oral communication exercises was developed by the researcher to improve the oral communication skills of the learners and was recommended for use by Grade 11 learners.