Using literature as a tool in EFL teaching
In recent years, an interest in the role of literature as a source of foreign language learning has gained momentum for language teachers. Literary texts are seen as a welcome source
of authentic language, providing an excellent basis for the teaching of the four skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Getting to know literature contributes to a cultural understanding
and may invoke personal involvement and a passion for reading.
By using literary fragments as a tool in the language lesson, learners are introduced to a variety of authors, which helps them to choose novels for their language portfolio or reading list -
or even to become avid readers.
Not all language teachers have the time to build lessons around literature fragments they would like to use in their classroom.
For those interested I offer my expertise in designing made-to-measure assignments based on fragments from authentic British and American literature or newspaper articles.
The CEFR levels are: B2, C1, C2 (upper intermediate, advanced or pre-academic learners of English as a foreign language).
Have a look at an example assignment or contact me for further information by
sending an email.