Balancing Regional Language Use: Potential Parameters for English Language Teaching
Keywords:
Regional, Parameter, Strategic, LanguageAbstract
This study explores the strategic use of regional languages in English as a Second Language (ESL) classrooms in the multilingual landscape of Indian higher education contexts. Based on insights from reflective journals and interviews with ESL teachers in Assam, the research identifies key considerations for balancing regional language use without compromising English language learning. Drawing on the frameworks of Prabhu’s Communicational Teaching Project and Kumaravadivelu’s Postmethod Pedagogy, findings highlight how regional language support enhances learner participation, comprehension, and confidence. The study offers a set of practical guidelines aimed at promoting flexible, context-driven English instruction in multilingual settings.
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