A LITERATURE-BASED STUDY ON CREATIVE ENGLISH TEACHING APPROACHES FOR YOUNG LEARNERS
Abstract
English language learning began to be taught to early childhood. In contrast to the way of teaching for teenagers and adults, the approach used to teach English to children must be adjustable so that learning becomes interesting and makes it easy for them to understand the material being taught. Many methods of teaching English are used for early childhood, and they must be creative and innovative. This study explores creative teaching approaches for English language education in elementary schools through literature-based methods. By analyzing existing studies, this study identifies effective strategies, including language play, storytelling, and the integration of songs and music. These methods not only increase students' motivation, but also improve their contextual mastery of the language. The study also highlights important factors that influence implementation, such as teacher readiness and cultural relevance, while also discussing the challenges educators face in implementing these innovative techniques. The findings aim to provide a comprehensive framework for teachers, policymakers, and education stakeholders to improve English teaching practices for young learners.
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