CHOOSING AND EXPLORING AUTHENTIC MATERIALS
Keywords:
Authentic materials, language teaching, real-world materials, selection, adaptation, pre-teaching, post-teaching, comprehension, engagement, difficulty level, cultural appropriateness, communication, cultural understanding.Abstract
This article explores the benefits and challenges of using authentic materials in language teaching and learning. Authentic materials are real-world materials that are not specifically designed for language teaching purposes, such as newspapers, songs, videos, and podcasts. The article provides practical advice for teachers on how to select and adapt authentic materials to meet the linguistic and cultural needs of their learners. It also discusses the importance of pre-teaching and post-teaching activities to enhance learners' comprehension and engagement with the materials. Furthermore, the article highlights the potential pitfalls of using authentic materials, such as the level of difficulty and cultural appropriateness, and offers strategies to overcome them. Overall, the article advocates for the use of authentic materials as a valuable resource in language teaching and learning to promote meaningful communication and cultural understanding.
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