TEACHING READING TO A1 LEVEL LEARNERS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.54613/ku.v18iС.1719Keywords:
reading skills, A1 learners, reading instruction, language acquisition, communicative competence, motivation, interactive activities, integrated approachAbstract
This article examines the theoretical foundations and effective methods of teaching reading to A1 level learners. Reading is considered one of the most important language skills because it contributes to vocabulary acquisition, grammar development, communicative competence, and overall language proficiency. The study discusses major theories of reading instruction and analyzes practical approaches such as phonics, guided reading, shared reading, extensive reading, and intensive reading. Special attention is given to classroom activities and technology-assisted learning that help beginner learners improve reading comprehension and motivation. The findings indicate that learner-centered instruction, appropriate material selection, and interactive teaching strategies significantly enhance reading development among A1 learners. The article also systematically analyzes the views of leading scholars in the field of modern linguistics and methodology. Based on the theories of scholars such as Harmer, Nunan, Grabe, Krashen, Goodman and Smith, it is revealed that the reading process is not just reading the text, but also a process of creating meaning and interactive thinking. It is emphasized that this approach plays an important role in positively shaping the attitude of A1 level students to reading. The article also analyzes the main difficulties of A1 level students. In particular, it is revealed that problems such as limited vocabulary, insufficient knowledge of grammatical structures and the inability to use reading strategies negatively affect their text comprehension. Therefore, the need to use simplified texts, visual materials and a step-by-step approach in the teaching process is justified. The article also highlights the role of modern technologies in the learning process, showing that digital platforms, interactive texts and audio-visual aids can increase students' motivation and make learning more interesting. The study confirms the need for a comprehensive approach to teaching reading skills to students at the A1 level. This approach includes methodologically well-chosen materials, interactive activities and learner-centered learning. As a result, students will acquire stable skills not only in understanding the text, but also in using the language in practical communicative situations.
Foydalanilgan adabiyotlar:
1. Brown H. D. Principles of Language Learning and Teaching. – New York: Pearson Education, 2007. – 423 p.
2. Harmer J. The Practice of English Language Teaching (5th ed.). – London: Pearson Education, 2015. – 446 p.
3. Nunan D. Practical English Language Teaching. – New York: McGraw-Hill, 2003. – 356 p.
4. Grabe W. Reading in a Second Language: Moving from Theory to Practice. – Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2009. – 352 p.
5. Grabe W., Stoller F. L. Teaching and Researching Reading. – London: Routledge, 2011. – 432 p.
6. Krashen S. D. The Input Hypothesis: Issues and Implications. – London: Longman, 1985. – 120 p.
7. Goodman K. On Reading. – Portsmouth: Heinemann, 1976. – 248 p.
8. Smith F. Understanding Reading. 6th ed. – New York: Routledge, 2004. – 212 p.
9. Richards J. C. Key Issues in Language Teaching. – Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2015. – 320 p.
10. Nuttall C. Teaching Reading Skills in a Foreign Language. – Oxford: Macmillan Education, 2005. – 288 p.
11. Hedge T. Teaching and Learning in the Language Classroom. – Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2000. – 448 p.
12. Anderson R. C., Pearson P. D. A Schema-Theoretic View of Basic Processes in Reading Comprehension // Handbook of Reading Research. – New York: Longman, 1984. – P. 255–291.
13. Cameron L. Teaching Languages to Young Learners. – Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2001. – 252 p.
14. Tomlinson B. Developing Materials for Language Teaching. – London: Bloomsbury, 2011. – 368 p.
15. Council of Europe. Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Companion Volume with New Descriptors. – Strasbourg: Council of Europe Publishing, 2020. – 278 p.
Downloads
Published
Iqtiboslik olish
Issue
Section
License
Copyright (c) 2026 QO‘QON UNIVERSITETI XABARNOMASI
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.