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Conclusion 
In conclusion, teaching English in rural setting is deemed a great challenge among the English 
Language teachers. This systematic literature review explored the challenges encountered by 
English Language teachers while teaching English in rural settings as well as the solutions to 
overcome the challenges encountered.
Students in rural settings are found to be inept at English which contributes to one of the 
significant challenges confronted by English Language teachers in teaching English in rural 
schools. Students’ negative attitudes and behaviour towards English Language acquisition 

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have exacerbated the issue of weak English among them. Inadequate school facilities, 
equipment, infrastructure and teaching aids are the common deterrent to the efficacy of 
English Language teaching in rural schools. The shortage of English Language teachers as well 
as their lack of qualification and experience in teaching English have raised concerns about 
the progress of developing English Language education in rural settings. Apart from that, some 
parent-related issues are profound in aggravating the challenges of teaching English in rural 
settings. For example, parents’ lack educational background and low socioeconomic status 
have led to ignorance and negligence towards their children’s English Language education.
All the challenges and issues have thwarted the development of English Language education 
in rural settings. Therefore, it is utmost important to gain an insight of the challenges faced in 
teaching English in rural settings and overcome the challenges with possible solutions. Some 
recommendations are given to cope with the existing problems encountered in teaching 
English in rural settings. It is important to ensure sufficient number of English Language 
teachers teaching in rural settings to fill the shortage of English Language teachers in rural 
settings. It is even more crucial to make sure that they are experienced, professional and well-
trained enough to cater quality English Language education to the students. Hence, the 
recruitment of more English teachers and the availability of upskilling trainings or professional 
development programme are essential for improvement of English Language teaching in rural 
settings. Apart from developing pedagogical skills in teaching English, English teachers’ 
positive attitudes toward teaching English among rural students should also be cultivated in 
order to foster positive teacher-student relationship. Parents should not forget their 
responsibilities towards the children’s education and therefore, they should communicate 
effectively with the children’s English teachers in order to monitor and keep track of their 
children’s English learning progress. Last but not least, adequate facilities, teachings aids and 
learning resources should be provided to rural schools to facilitate English Language teaching 
and to give opportunities for students to assess to various kind of English learning experience.