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TEACHING ENGLISH TO YOUNG STUDENTS
Kabilova Kamola - scientific supervisor
Teacher of the Termez State Pedagogical Institute
Tulkinova Dilshoda G‘ofurjon qizi
Termez State Pedagogical Institute, Faculty of Preschool and
Primary Education 3rd year student of the
Primary Education Department
Annotation:
This article discusses effective methods, didactic approaches and
psychological and pedagogical features of teaching English to young students. The
importance of organizing English lessons in an interesting and effective way, using visual,
audiovisual and interactive tools appropriate to their age when working with children in
preschool and primary education is substantiated. Also, ways of forming motivation in
learning a foreign language, developing oral speech and forming a positive attitude towards
the language are analyzed.
Keywords:
young students, English, teaching a foreign language, primary education,
visual aids, interactive methods, oral speech, language competence, motivation,
pedagogical approach.
Introduction:
In the current process of globalization, learning foreign languages, in
particular English, is becoming more relevant than ever. English is recognized as a leading
language in international communication, science, technology, trade and education.
Therefore, the education system of Uzbekistan also pays great attention to teaching English
from an early age. The goal is to form a positive attitude towards the language in children,
to adapt them to a foreign language environment, especially through language teaching in
preschool institutions and primary grades.
Teaching English to young students requires specific psychological and pedagogical
approaches. For children of this age, learning through play, images, movement and
listening is one of the most effective methods. The use of colorful visual aids, audio
materials, cartoons, interactive games and songs in lessons will not only attract their
attention, but also help them remember it for a long time.
Main part
1. Taking into account the psychological characteristics of young students
Young students (mainly children aged 6–10) have a high interest in learning and
natural diligence. However, since their attention and memory are short-lived, the lesson
processes should be short, dynamic and enriched with games. Also, by ensuring the active
participation of children in each task, conditions are created for their free expression of
their thoughts.
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2. Teaching English through visual and audio aids
Colorful pictures, cards, posters, video lessons, cartoons, audio songs - these are very
effective tools for young students. For example, through musical materials such as the
“alphabet song” or the “numbers song”, children learn letters and numbers with pleasure.
By associating each new word with visual images, their ability to remember is
strengthened.
3. Game-based teaching methodology
Didactic games increase the motivation of young students to learn a language. With
the help of games such as “Memory game”, “Simon says”, “Flashcard matching”,
vocabulary is expanded and grammatical norms are instilled in a natural environment. The
knowledge learned through games is more consolidated, because children are stress-free
and free in this process.
4. The role of multimedia and ICT technologies in teaching a foreign language
With the help of modern technologies, including interactive whiteboards, tablets,
online platforms (Kahoot, Wordwall, Duolingo for Kids), the language learning process
becomes more interesting and effective. Children develop not only language but also
technological literacy when completing multimedia tasks.
5. Language teaching based on a communicative approach
One of the most important approaches to teaching English to young learners is the
communicative method. It focuses on developing children's oral speech. Through real
communication situations, role-playing games, questions and answers, and small
conversations, children learn to communicate in a natural language environment.
6. Cooperation with parents
Young learners need to strengthen their language not only at school, but also at home.
Therefore, it is advisable for teachers to support children's communication with the
language at home by recommending simple tasks, songs or games to parents. This, in turn,
increases the child's motivation and consolidates the knowledge learned.
CONCLUSION:
Teaching English to young learners is an important process that, in
addition to imparting simple language knowledge, also serves to form their thinking,
memory skills, creative thinking, and readiness for communication. This article covers
several key areas that should be considered when teaching English at the preschool and
primary education levels. In particular:
Methodological approaches appropriate to the age and psychological characteristics
of children;
The role and effectiveness of visual, audio and interactive tools;
The impact of didactic games and the development of vocabulary using them;
Organizing lessons based on information and communication technologies;
Developing oral speech through the communicative method;
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The relevance of cooperation with parents and a supportive environment at home were
discussed in detail.
Studies show that teaching children a foreign language from an early age accelerates
not only their linguistic abilities, but also their overall mental development. However, in
this process, it is necessary to take into account the psychological state of children, their
interests and the pace of mastery. Also, if the lessons are interesting, meaningful and lively,
children develop a positive attitude towards learning a language.
In conclusion, it can be said that teaching English to young students is a complex, but
highly effective educational process when organized on the basis of creative, effective
methodological approaches. The teacher's loving approach to his work, the use of modern
technologies and the ability to instill confidence in children are of decisive importance in
this regard.
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