SOME WAYS OF TEACHING SPEAKING TO ELEMENTARY LEVEL LEARNERS
Keywords:
Key words: role play, pair work, visual aids, storytelling, songs, games, dialogues, pronunciation practice, group activities, real-life situationsAbstract
Abstract: Teaching speaking to elementary level learners is a foundational task
in any English language curriculum. At this stage, learners are just beginning to
communicate using simple sentences, basic vocabulary, and everyday expressions.
Therefore, the main goals are to develop their confidence, help them use language in
meaningful contexts, and lay the groundwork for more advanced communication in the
future. One of the key principles in teaching speaking to beginners is the necessity of
creating a safe, supportive, and motivating classroom environment. Learners at the
elementary level are often hesitant to speak for fear of making mistakes. Encouraging
positive attitudes towards mistakes as part of the learning process is essential. Teachers
should praise attempts to speak, provide constructive feedback, and foster a classroom
culture in which every student feels comfortable expressing themselves regardless of
their proficiency.
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