NEED FOR TEACHING SPEECH ACTS IN THE EFL CLASSROOM
Keywords:
Speech acts, English as a Foreign Language (EFL), communicative competence, cultural awareness, pragmatic skills, social and emotional abilities, learner autonomy, critical thinking.Abstract
This article underscores the importance of integrating speech act instruction into English as a Foreign Language (EFL) curricula. It elucidates how teaching speech acts enhances learners' communicative competence, cultural awareness, pragmatic skills, social and emotional abilities, learner autonomy, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. By equipping students with the linguistic and pragmatic tools for effective communication, educators prepare them for navigating diverse linguistic and cultural landscapes confidently.
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