Abstract:
Mother tongue as the first language of instruction in schools is an essential tool in
whatever field we may find ourselves, without it any meaningful form of intellectual
pursuit will be
hindered. As
we all know
that most
children
who begin
their
education in their mother tongues make a better start as they demonstrate increased
self confidence, and continue to perform better than those who start school in a ne
w
language (English). (Cummins,
2000)
The outlook of the education is brig
hter when the school builds on the
foundation of mother tongue in teaching a second language.
It is therefore important that one understand the functions of mother tongue
,
particularly pupil’s
learning
through it as a
-
medium of instruction in
school.
This
has been given a tremendous support by both educational authorities
and
the general public. (Baker,
2000)
