Common Errors in English Grammar made by Arab Learners: Analysis and Solutions

Machalla M.A Megaiab

doi:10.64516/a4ypjc64

Authors

Dr. Machalla M.A Megaiab قسم اللغة الإنجليزية ، كلية الآداب، جامعة طبرق Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.64516/a4ypjc64

Keywords:

common mistakes, intensive English course, Libyan academy, grammatical, aspects

Abstract

This study focuses on some common errors made by the students from intensive English course programs. The objectives of this study were to: identify the most common errors made by Arab-learners of English language, highlights the problems, finds out the cause and provides some suggestions to overcome the problems. The study was guided by Contrastive Analysis Theory by Robert Lado (1957). The study utilized a qualitative method to analyze the learners' written English to identify the types of grammatical errors they commonly make. The participants of this study were 50 students who are involved with intensive English course programs at the Libyan Academy for postgraduate studies. The data were collected by means of diagnostic tests which specifically designed for Arabic-speaking learners of English. These tests can assess their proficiency in various grammar areas and identify recurring errors. The data collected have been analyzed contrastively and errors have been counted. The study found out many errors committed by the participants in the grammatical aspects. Learners have difficulties in dealing with the grammar of the target language.

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