EVALUATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SONG-BASED INSTRUCTION IN EARLY YEARS AE CLASSROOMS: EXTENDING MILLINGTON’S FRAMEWORK.
Keywords:
Keywords: Song-based instruction, Early Years AE, Millington’s Framework, Vocabulary Acquisition, Second Language Acquisition (SLA).Abstract
Annotation: Song-based instruction is a staple of early years language
education, yet its implementation often lacks a rigorous pedagogical framework. This
article evaluates the effectiveness of songs in Accelerated English (AE) classrooms by
extending Millington’s (2011) tripartite framework—preparation, core activity, and
follow-up. While Millington focused primarily on vocabulary acquisition, this
extension incorporates elements of pronunciation, listening comprehension, and
affective filter reduction. Through a review of current literature and a proposed
methodological approach, the study finds that structured song-based tasks significantly
improve student engagement and retention compared to passive listening.
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