DIFFICULTIES IN TEACHING FOREIGN LANGUAGES TO YOUNG LEARNERS
Keywords:
Key words: interactive, cognitive development, preoperational stage, teaching methods, young learners.Abstract
Abstract
This thesis examines the challenges associated with teaching foreign languages
to young learners, highlighting key factors that influence language acquisition in early
childhood education. It identifies cognitive development as a primary challenge, noting
that young children often struggle with abstract concepts and have limited attention
spans, necessitating interactive and age-appropriate teaching methods. The study also
addresses the importance of motivation and interest in the learning process,
emphasizing the need for engaging activities that resonate with children's experiences.
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