The Montessori method for developing listening skills in the English language
El método Montessori para desarrollar la capacidad de escuchar en el idioma inglés
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https://doi.org/10.33936/cognosis.v10i3.7519Abstract
English is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, and learning it is crucial for personal development in academic, professional and communication settings. In a globalized world, mastering a second language enables greater access to cultural diversity and enhances job opportunities. Listening skills are essential for understanding and interpreting audit information, thereby enabling effective communication. However, developing this skill in the early stages of education can be a significant challenge. The Montessori method, which focuses on children's autonomy and learning, has proven valuable for developing language skills. Ecuador, ranked 80th in the world in English proficiency, faces significant challenges in teaching this language due to the lack of a consolidated national structure and deficits in teaching and learning within public educational institutions. This research focuses on understanding English through the Montessori method in second-grade children, a crucial stage for developing language skills. The objective is to identify didactic activities of the Montessori method that favor the development of listening skills in students of the second grade of basic general education of the Educational Unit Mariscal Sucre. The results suggest that integrating playful and visual elements into English teaching may enhance language acquisition in the early school years.
KEYWORDS: Education; language; learning, Montessori; listening.
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