This article delves into the immersive realm of primary education, highlighting the paramount focus on nurturing language acquisition, especially in foreign language learning. It advocates for the integration of storytelling and games as a dynamic and engaging approach to captivate young learners. Drawing upon examples and empirical research, the article explores the influential role of stories, demonstrating their potency in providing a rich contextual framework for language comprehension. Additionally, it emphasizes the interactive nature of games, from traditional board games to digital platforms, showcasing their ability to inject joy into language education. The scholarly work supports the effectiveness of this integration, revealing elevated language proficiency and motivation among students. The inherent flexibility of stories and games allows for tailored and personalized learning experiences, accommodating diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds. Through practical examples, the article paints a vivid picture of how these pedagogies not only enhance linguistic proficiency but also nurture critical thinking, cultural competence, and collaboration skills, offering a promising avenue for shaping the language learners of tomorrow.
This article delves into the immersive realm of primary education, highlighting the paramount focus on nurturing language acquisition, especially in foreign language learning. It advocates for the integration of storytelling and games as a dynamic and engaging approach to captivate young learners. Drawing upon examples and empirical research, the article explores the influential role of stories, demonstrating their potency in providing a rich contextual framework for language comprehension. Additionally, it emphasizes the interactive nature of games, from traditional board games to digital platforms, showcasing their ability to inject joy into language education. The scholarly work supports the effectiveness of this integration, revealing elevated language proficiency and motivation among students. The inherent flexibility of stories and games allows for tailored and personalized learning experiences, accommodating diverse learning styles and cultural backgrounds. Through practical examples, the article paints a vivid picture of how these pedagogies not only enhance linguistic proficiency but also nurture critical thinking, cultural competence, and collaboration skills, offering a promising avenue for shaping the language learners of tomorrow.
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| 1 | Isakova F.. | Master’s degree student in English Linguistics | Turan International University, |
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