INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT OF LISTENING, SPEAKING, READING, AND WRITING SKILLS IN EFL LEARNERS
Keywords:
integrated skills, communicative competence, EFL pedagogy, task based learning, language acquisitionAbstract
The integrated development of the four language skills—listening, speaking,
reading, and writing—has become a central principle in modern English as a Foreign
Language (EFL) pedagogy. Rather than treating skills as isolated components,
contemporary approaches emphasize their interdependence in authentic
communication. This article examines theoretical perspectives, cognitive and
communicative foundations, pedagogical benefits, classroom implementation
strategies, and assessment practices related to integrated-skill instruction. The study
argues that combining receptive and productive skills within meaningful tasks
promotes deeper language processing, stronger retention, and improved
communicative competence. Challenges and practical solutions for effective
integration are also discussed.
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