THE ROLE OF INTERACTIVE ACTIVITIES FOR TEACHING FOREIGN LANGUAGE IN PRIMARY SCHOOL
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Interactive activities play a vital role in enhancing language learning among primary school students. These activities—such as games, role-play, storytelling, songs, and group discussions—encourage active participation, improve communication skills, and foster a positive learning environment. By engaging students in meaningful and enjoyable tasks, interactive methods help develop vocabulary, grammar, listening, and speaking skills more effectively than traditional approaches. Furthermore, they cater to various learning styles and promote collaboration and creativity. This paper explores the impact of interactive activities on language acquisition in young learners and highlights best practices for incorporating them into the classroom.
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