The impact of minimizing the use of Spanish during the English-language teaching process

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https://doi.org/10.51736/sa.v7iEspecial%202.218

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Language, English learning-teaching process, approach

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This present research paper explores the impact of minimizing the use of Spanish during the English-language teaching process, to generate a significant learning environment that enhances the language acquisition process and proficiency achievement. The literature review presents a deep analysis of communicative language teaching principles and the positive impact and benefits that immersion provides especially on cultural integration and language competencies. In addition, it also presents some worldwide-known strategies that are used by teachers to minimize the use of the native language in the classroom, such as Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), visual aids, and the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Finally, the research provides some recommendations for future studies, encouraging further research on different educational levels, as well as the exploration of teacher training programs considering the significance of minimizing the use of the student's native language, in this specific case Spanish, lies in its enormous transforming potential to encourage dynamic English language learning environments, preparing students to succeed in a globalized world.

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2024-03-27

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Crespo Guttler, K. ., Vaca Badaraco, J. A. ., Erazo Rivera, J. ., Zambrano Barcos, L. L. ., & Córdova García, D. (2024). The impact of minimizing the use of Spanish during the English-language teaching process . Sinergia Académica, 7(Especial 2), 17-32. https://doi.org/10.51736/sa.v7iEspecial 2.218

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