THE IMPORTANCE OF SONGS IN TEACHING ENGLISH
Keywords:
Songs in EFL classroom, methods of using songs, gap filling, clip staging, summarizing, teaching grammar with songs, Grammar-translation method, making handouts for activities with songsAbstract
This article explores the importance of integrating songs into English language teaching, highlighting their potential to enhance students’ language skills and create an engaging learning environment. The use of songs in the EFL classroom is discussed, with emphasis on their impact on vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and listening skills. Techniques for effectively incorporating songs into lessons, such as gap filling activities, are also outlined. The article emphasizes the need for teachers to be familiar with various methods and technologies for using songs in teaching, and to adapt these approaches as necessary to maximize their effectiveness.
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Fadhli, A. (2017). “The Use of Song Worksheet to Enhance EFL Elementary School Students’ Vocabulary Mastery”. Journal of ELT Research (JER), 2(1), 37-43. DOI: 10.22236/JER_Vol2Issue1
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