STUDENTS ATTITUDE AS CORRELATE OF THEIR ACHIEVEMENTS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN AKOKO SOUTH WEST LGA, ONDO STATE.

This study was carried out to investigate Students Attitude as Correlate of their Achievement in English Language in Secondary Schools in Akoko South West in LGA, Ondo State. Recognizing English as a core subject vital to educational and professional success, the research shifts focus from structural factors to the psychological variables that shape student engagement. The study employed the survey descriptive research design with a total of 120 respondents, who were validated from the survey which comprises five senior secondary schools in Akoko South-West area of Ondo state. The research used a simple random technique method, and a constructed and validated questionnaire was used for data collection. The collected and validated questionnaires were analyzed using four Likert scales of Strongly Agree (SA), Agree (A), Disagree (D) and Strongly Disagree (SD), the responses were effectively analyzed using statistical packages for social sciences. he findings reveal that a positive attitude and genuine interest in English significantly enhance class participation, motivation, and achievement. Conversely, high anxiety particularly fear of speaking in public or making errors limits students’ confidence and active involvement. The study concludes that emotional factors such as confidence, motivation, and fear play a crucial role in language performance. It recommends that teachers adopt inclusive, supportive, and engaging methods that reduce fear, increase student interaction, and nurture long-term interest in the subject. Schools and government agencies should also provide teacher training programs that equip educators with strategies to manage student anxiety and promote a healthy learning environment. Addressing these affective elements is essential for boosting English proficiency and academic success among Nigerian students.