The study investigated the need for competency in English language usage; a tool for self-sustenance in the present day Nigeria. To achieve this, the descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population for this study was made up of writer-preneurs in the areas of content developing, copywriting, affiliate marketing and other areas where the knowledge of language is engaged for self-sustenance. The sample population comprised twelve (12) of such persons who were randomly selected from different parts of the country. Five (5) structured questions were raised to guide the study. The relevant data were generated for the study through interviews held over the internet due to the barrier of distance. The analysis was carried out using the conversation analysis and the result obtained showed that, there is a significant relationship between competence in language and self-sustenance. It was also discovered that, there is no significant relationship between competence in language and self-sustenance. These results were discussed and situated within the existing body of knowledge. Recommendations were made, some of which include that; The Teacher should: Ensure that the four (4) language skills are well taught, engage the use of modern instructional materials to aid the learners’ understanding. The learner should: develop the ability to listen, speak, read and write, move from competency to performance; that is, begin to put to use the knowledge they have already gained. The Government should: ensure that schools are well equipped with language laboratories.
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abstract = {The study investigated the need for competency in English language usage; a tool for self-sustenance in the present day Nigeria. To achieve this, the descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population for this study was made up of writer-preneurs in the areas of content developing, copywriting, affiliate marketing and other areas where the knowledge of language is engaged for self-sustenance. The sample population comprised twelve (12) of such persons who were randomly selected from different parts of the country. Five (5) structured questions were raised to guide the study. The relevant data were generated for the study through interviews held over the internet due to the barrier of distance. The analysis was carried out using the conversation analysis and the result obtained showed that, there is a significant relationship between competence in language and self-sustenance. It was also discovered that, there is no significant relationship between competence in language and self-sustenance. These results were discussed and situated within the existing body of knowledge. Recommendations were made, some of which include that; The Teacher should: Ensure that the four (4) language skills are well taught, engage the use of modern instructional materials to aid the learners’ understanding. The learner should: develop the ability to listen, speak, read and write, move from competency to performance; that is, begin to put to use the knowledge they have already gained. The Government should: ensure that schools are well equipped with language laboratories.},
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