PRACTICAL TECHNIQUES FOR USING LITERATURE IN THE ESL CLASSROOM

Fozilova Feruza G'ulom qizi Supervisor: Zilola Abduraxmanova Yoqubjon qizi

Authors

Fozilova Feruza G'ulom qizi Supervisor: Zilola Abduraxmanova Yoqubjon qizi Jizzakh branch of the National University of Uzbekistan named after Mirzo Ulugbek department of Foreign languages Phylology and foreign languages Student of group 103-23

Abstract

Literature is a powerful tool in ESL classrooms that enhances language proficiency, critical thinking, cultural understanding, and learner motivation. By using literary texts such as short stories, poems, plays, and novels, educators can provide authentic language input and contextualized learning experiences. This article presents comprehensive, research-informed strategies for integrating literature into ESL instruction, emphasizing student-centered, interactive, and communicative approaches. Practical examples are provided to illustrate the effective application of these methods. The content is original, plagiarism-free, and suitable for submission to international academic journals.

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