Below are some of the ways we can enhance the acquisition
process:
• By being motivated to communicate.
This usually comes from their own interests and intentions,
but it is possible to make children interested by
creating the right environment.
• By being surrounded by good role models.
Children need to listen to ‘English' before they
can begin to produce it themselves.
• By being praised and encouraged to
talk. When a child can see that others are pleased
with his/her efforts, he/she will be motivated to
try again.
• By being exposed to the same language
and vocabulary time and time again in varied but
appropriate contexts.
• When the talk is focused on present
concrete situations.
• Through ‘fun' language activities (games,
songs).
• Through hands-on experience and practical
activities.
• When language is meaningful, useful
and functional.
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