TEACHING GREETINGS AND INTRODUCTIONS IN ENGLISH
Keywords:
greetings, introductions, elementary English, speaking skills, young learners, classroom communication, role play, pair work, communicative teaching.Abstract
This article examines simple and effective ways of teaching greetings and introductions in English at the elementary level. Greetings and self-introductions are the first communicative tools that help learners enter real English interaction. The article discusses how teachers can present basic phrases, organize pair work, use role play, visual materials, chants and games, and create a friendly classroom atmosphere. Special attention is paid to pronunciation, politeness and confidence, because beginner learners often need emotional support as much as language practice. The article shows that greetings and introductions should not be taught only as memorized sentences, but as meaningful speech acts used in everyday situations.
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