BENEFITS OF IMPLEMENTING STORY-BASED APPROACH IN IMPROVING YOUNG LEARNERS’ COGNITIVE SKILLS
Keywords:
story-based approach, young learners, language acquisition, cognitive development, language skills, communicative activities.Abstract
This article highlights benefits of using story-based approach in
enhancing young learner’s language skills, as well as cognitive skills. Stories
are fundamental when teaching young learners and the use of stories in the
English classroom offers an effective way of introducing new language in a
meaningful and memorable context. Moreover, they develop an understanding,
respect and appreciation for other cultures, and can promote a positive attitude
to people from different lands, races and religions
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