The Importance of English Language Learning in Early Grades: Theoretical Review and Implementation Strategies
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This article examines the urgency of teaching English to young learners (early grade students) in the era of globalization. Early foreign language learning is believed to provide a strong foundation for children's linguistic and cognitive development. The discussion encompasses various relevant teaching methods and strategies, emphasizing the importance of age-appropriate and interest-based approaches, as well as the integration of technology in language learning. The success of early grade English education is greatly influenced by teachers’ ability to create a positive and stimulating learning environment. This is supported by second language acquisition theories such as Krashen’s Affective Filter Hypothesis (Krashen, 1985), which highlights the importance of low-anxiety settings; the Play-Based Learning principle (Pramling Samuelsson & Asplund Carlsson, 2008), which recognizes play as a natural learning medium for children; Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences theory (Gardner, 1983), which encourages a variety of methods to accommodate different learning styles; and the development of Communicative Competence (Hymes, 1972; Canale & Swain, 1980) as the primary goal of language instruction.
Author: Sotvaldieva Hilola Musinovna
Language: English
Subfield: Language and Linguistics
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4409383271