The Active Approach: Enhancing Language Skills through Classroom Engagement
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https://doi.org/10.69760/gsrh.01012025003Keywords:
Active learning, classroom activities, language acquisition, communication skills, contextual understanding, education strategiesAbstract
This article explores the significance of active engagement in language learning, emphasizing how interactive classroom activities enhance communication skills, boost motivation, and provide contextual understanding. Drawing on research, it argues that active learning complements traditional methods, addresses diverse learner needs, and prepares students for real-world language use. Challenges such as time management and skill diversity are also discussed, with strategies for effective implementation. The article concludes with a call to educators to embrace innovative, active learning approaches for transformative language education.
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