The PLRRPAR Framework: A Structured Approach to Enhancing English Language Learning
Keywords:
Framework, Language skills, Language Acquisition, Communicative, Real-world Language, Real-life context, Learner-centredAbstract
This study explores the Prelearn, Learn, Relate, Reflect, Practice, Apply, and Reinforce (PLRRPAR) framework, a structured methodology addressing challenges in English language teaching. The theoretical foundations of PLRRPAR draw from constructivism, experiential learning, sociocultural theory, task-based learning, and communicative language teaching. The framework’s seven phases are detailed, providing a practical guide for holistic language learning. The study emphasizes the framework’s learner-centred and experiential approach which include pre-learning preparation, active learning engagement, social interaction, self-reflection, extensive practice, and real-world application. Despite its promise, the research acknowledges limitations concerning cultural adaptability, individualized learning needs, structured progression, theoretical foundation, assessment methods, instructor familiarity, technological integration, and long-term effectiveness assessment. These constraints underscore the necessity for ongoing refinement and future investigation. The PLRRPAR framework, with its strengths and limitations, presents a valuable avenue for enhancing language acquisition in diverse educational settings.
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