ABSTRACT
This study examined the Correlation between English – language and
literature – English: A case study of MELL, UDUS, Sokoto. The research
centers on finding out the reason why most students in tertiary
institutions being scared of some aspects of the genres of literature
with emphasis majorly on poetry. Research questions were formulated
based on the above variables. Two research questionnaires (for students
of MELL) which is the case study and B. ed English – language students
of UDUS, as a pilot study. The findings were analyzed in percentage and
frequency statistical tools. Finally, summary, conclusion and
recommendation were proffered.
CHAPTER ONE
1.0 Introduction
This section is aimed at giving a general introduction regarding the
study. It discusses the background to the study and statement of the
research problem. It also goes further in explaining the objectives of
the Study, significance of the Study, as well as its Scope and
Delimitations.
1.1 Background of the Study
There is no gain saying the fact that English has become an African
Language. The language has become an invaluable legacy of the British
which has provided African with yet another means of expressing their
culture. Thus, English became the language of administration, law and
legislative functions especially in Nigeria (Ker, 2002). In English
language studies, literature is also featured as an important aspect for
example; figures of speech in literature are also taught in English
language. This goes to show that the English language is not devoid of
literature.
Today in Nigeria, the English language has become so central in every
sphere of life, that most people equate literacy and indeed education
with the ability to read and write in English language (Otagburuagu,
2002). Faloye and
Babatunde, (1991) similarly contained that:
….Since the advent of formal education, instructions in
all subject areas have been in English students are taught and
tested in English. They are made to read in English and even think in
English.
Emphatically speaking, literature in English is an integral part of the
English language. It cannot be separated because of the intricate nature of the
two fields of the study.