USING LITERARY WORKS IN LEARNING ENGLISH
Keywords:
ESL-EFL classrooms, literature-based language teaching, cultural awareness, reader-response theory.Abstract
Integrating literature into English language education offers learners valuable linguistic exposure, cultural insights, and critical thinking development. This study examines how various literary genres, such as poetry, short stories, and novels, contribute to vocabulary expansion, enhance reading comprehension, and strengthen communicative abilities. Additionally, it explores effective strategies for incorporating literature into ESL/EFL classrooms, including reader-response theory, task-based approaches, and dramatization techniques. By addressing both theoretical foundations and practical applications, the paper underscores the significance of literature in promoting student engagement and language proficiency. The findings indicate that literature-based instruction not only improves language skills but also fosters creativity and a deeper understanding of the target culture.
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