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Best approaches in teaching lexis to young learners
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Bog'liq BEST APPROACHES IN TEACHING LEXIS TO YOUNG LEARNERS..Kalit so'zlar: so'z boyligini o'zlashtirish, leksika, yosh o'quvchilar, o'qitish metodikasi
Аннотация. В данной статье рассматриваются наиболее эффективные методы обучения словарному запасу (лексике) для юных изучающих язык. Обзор соответствующей литературы посвящен теоретическим основам и эмпирическим исследованиям по овладению лексикой и подходам к обучению, адаптированным к детям. Анализируются ключевые факторы, влияющие на изучение новых слов, включая возраст, когнитивное развитие, процессы запоминания, мотивацию и вовлеченность. Представлены основные методики, такие как интенсивное чтение, мультимедийные ресурсы, игры и мероприятия, а также рекомендации по созданию богатой языковой среды. Обсуждаются проблемы, характерные для обучения молодых учащихся, а преподавателям предлагаются практические рекомендации. В документе делается вывод о том, что разнообразный набор содержательных, контекстуализированных и интерактивных методов, реализуемых в рамках структурированной, последовательной программы, наилучшим образом способствует активному росту словарного запаса молодежи.
Ключевые слова: приобретение словарного запаса, лексика, молодые учащиеся, методики преподавания
INTRODUCTION
Vocabulary knowledge is essential to language development and academic success in children. Studies highlight the strong correlation between youth lexical size and reading proficiency. Yet vocabulary presents a key challenge in educating English language learners, who must gain fluency not only in grammatical structures but also vocabulary. For young students especially, limited lexicons can significantly hinder comprehension and communication. Teachers thus need to prioritize lexis instruction through age-appropriate, engaging methodologies. This paper reviews theoretical constructs and empirical findings on youth vocabulary acquisition to determine best practices for educators. First, current research on language development processes in children is examined, highlighting key constraints on word learning. Core methodologies are then presented based on evidence of their efficacy for young learners. Finally, practical recommendations and challenges are discussed to equip teachers with effective, realistic strategies for lexis instruction.
Lexical knowledge develops rapidly between ages 2-7 during a critical period for language acquisition. [1] Yet the pace and processes by which children gain vocabulary are affected by multiple socioeconomic, neurological and developmental factors.
Language capacity matures with age as neural connections multiply and working memory strengthens. [2] Younger children have lower inhibitory control, relying more on visual and auditory cues to interpret meaning. They also struggle with explicit memorization techniques relative to older students. [3] Instruction must align with limited attention spans through play, images and manipulation of concrete objects to aid implicit retention.
Prior vocabulary also determines future growth, as learning any word depends on students linking it to related concepts. [4] ELLs and children of lower socioeconomic status often display slower lexical development resulting from an impoverished language environment. Closing this “knowledge gap” requires broad word exposure via conversation, storytelling and shared reading.
Affective factors significantly impact acquisition. Students stay engaged through stimulus novelty, contextualization and self-relateable examples. [5] Multisensory modes including physical movement also focus attention. Learner autonomy boosts motivation, suggesting utility for writing, drawing and personal dictionaries.
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