EFFECTIVE METHODS OF TEACHING A FOREIGN LANGUAGE TO PRIMARY CLASSES
Keywords:
Foreign language teaching, primary education, communicative language teaching, total physical response, games and songs, language acquisition, interactive learning, cultural understanding.Abstract
Teaching foreign languages to primary school students requires engaging and age-appropriate methods to ensure effective learning and retention. This study examines strategies such as communicative language teaching (CLT), the use of games, songs, and stories, total physical response (TPR), and project-based learning to enhance language acquisition among young learners. Emphasis is placed on creating an immersive, interactive, and supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of children. These methods foster not only linguistic skills but also cultural understanding and enthusiasm for language learning.
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