CHALLENGES FACED IN TEACHING FOREIGN LANGUAGES TO YOUNG LEARNERS
Keywords:
Keywords: Young Learners, Foreign Language Teaching, Early Childhood Education, Challenges, Motivation, Language AcquisitionAbstract
Abstract:This article explores the main challenges educators encounter when
teaching foreign languages to young learners. While early language acquisition offers
significant cognitive and linguistic benefits, teachers must also navigate issues such as
limited attention spans, lack of motivation, developmental differences, and classroom
management. The article reviews current research and offers practical insights into
strategies for addressing these difficulties in early language education settings.
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