There have been concerns about the declining standards of English in Kenyan secondary schools. A study was conducted to generate baseline data that would guide development of English language benchmarks. Its aim was to identify challenges teachers face when teaching English and areas of focus for improving teaching. The study also aimed at establishing areas of learners’ weaknesses. Data were collected using a questionnaire. Findings indicated teaching and learning of English would improve if based on set standards. There is need to revisit teacher preparation and professional development programmes, with the aim of improving teacher training and addressing identified challenges
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