USING ENGLISH SONGS IN TEACHING ENGLISH FOR YOUNG LEARNERS (EYLs)

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  • Heri Mudra Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris STAIN Kerinci

Abstract

English songs can be used for teaching English skills to young learners. The advantage of the English songs is they are authentic materials which represent real, native cultures. The way of teaching English by using the songs is by employing several steps of teaching namely pre-listening, whilst-listening, and post-listening activities.

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Heri Mudra, Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris STAIN Kerinci

Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris STAIN Kerinci

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Published

2016-11-26