TEACHING INTEGRATED LANGUAGE SKILLS IN ENGLISH TO ADULT LEARNERS
Keywords:
Integrated Language Skills, Adult Learners, English Language Teaching, Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking, Adult Education, Language Pedagogy.Abstract
This thesis explores the methodologies and effectiveness of teaching integrated language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) in English to adult learners. It investigates various instructional strategies, incorporating real-life examples, empirical data, and theoretical frameworks to highlight best practices and address challenges in adult education.
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