ELTWeekly Vol. 5 Issue#17 | May 20, 2013 | ISSN 0975-3036

Introduction:

Language is one of the most wonderful creations of man. If there had been no languages, it would have been difficult for a man to communicate his views to his fellow human beings, there could not be educational activity, no law making, no preaching, no lecturing and nothing like talking, singing, writing and exchanging views and there could not be a chance for the existence of a book. So it is essential for the human beings to learn language.

English language is treated as second language in India. The study of English was started and in India almost two centuries ago and got the place of curriculum during the British rule, since than English continues to be the national link language in India. Language is an important tool of communication to express one’s ideas, views and feelings. When an individual comes to know something that he did not know before, there occurs learning. English language in the most likeable language in the world, though it is the second language.

Second language teaching:

In teaching a second language for example, English to a Bengali speaker, the goal is instrumental or communicative. The cultural and literary goals are minimized. In the present-day context in India, the learner of English may have to use English for purpose of communication(oral or written), is her/her day life in the office, in the market place, in the Bank, and sometimes even in social gatherings. English is used as a secondary vehicle of communication with in one’s own culture and social context. (more…)