Using French in English Medium Classroom: Towards a Lexical Approach Case of the Fourth Year Middle School Learners

Abstract

The purpose of the present research work was to examine the effect of the French lexical words in the process of English language learning. The main objective of the research is to know which errors mostly common that result from French interference in English. For this purpose an exploratory case was undertaken in Achour Thaleth middle school in Tlemcen. The study relied on research instrument: A proficiency test administered to pupils, and questionnaire administered to pupils and their teachers. The data gathered were analyzed qualitatively and quantitatively. The final results indicate that English middle school teachers are aware of the influence of French lexical words on English language learning. However, pupils’ results showed that the majority of them find difficulties in learning and maintaining the English language.