DIFFERENCES IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO YOUNG LEARNERS AND ADULTS
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Keywords: Teaching English, Young Learners, Adult Learners, English Language Teaching (ELT), Learning Styles, Teaching Methods, Language Acquisition, Classroom Behavior, Motivation, Communicative ActivitiesAbstract
Annotation (English): This article examines the differences between teaching English to young learners and adults. It explores how age influences learning styles, motivation, classroom behavior, and teaching methods. Young learners benefit more from interactive, playful, and emotionally engaging activities, while adults prefer structured explanations, goal-oriented tasks, and practical communication. Based on established ELT literature, the article highlights the importance of adapting teaching strategies to learners’ developmental and psychological needs in order to ensure effective language acquisition.
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