Author(s): Eloise S. Cooke
Address: Youngsan WonBuddhist College, 20-2 Kilyong Lee, Paeksu Up, Youngkwang Gun Chonnam Do, S. Korea, 513-900
Email: d023576c@dcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us
Area of research: Curriculum
Date(s) of publication/project: Workshop Presentation: KOTESOL Conference 96 Oct. 26 & 27 "Reflections on Practice"
Name/edition of journal (or book): Language Teaching: The Korea TESOL Journal-Jan 97
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Title: Using Rhythm, Song, and Chant in the EFL Classroom
Abstract/Summary: When second language learners have the opportunity to play with language , at almost any age or level of proficiency, they can receive considerable enjoyment. Using rhythm, song and chants in the EFL classroom reduces tension and anxiety while reinforcing concepts through word/sound play. Its has been shown the second language learners benefit when they are provided with a great deal of comprehensible input in a low anxiety environment (Krashen 1982). Rhythm, song, and chants have affective value in the EFL classroom, increasing motivation and helping students determine that they can acquire a second language by being pleasantly exposed to it.