Abstract
Purpose: Given that the affective side of language learning contributes in a significant way to enriching learners’ language learning, this study aimed to integrate English literature into graphic organizers. The purpose of this study was to apply and investigate how incorporating graphic organizers affected the students. Methods: An examination of the Literature based English Teaching and Learning Using Graphic Organizers was mainly focused on the English story The Gift of the Magi. Different kinds of graphic organizers as major materials were applied. There were seven graphic organizers in a study on Literature based English Teaching and Learning Using Graphic Organizers. The first step was the formation of a Cluster diagram, the second was a Vocabulary graphic organizer, the third was a Star diagram,the fourth was a Problem-solving organizer, the fifth was a Sequence chart, the sixth was a Story map and the last step was creating a graphic organizer. Results: This study was based on students' self-evaluations, teacher's observations including such factors as students' attitudes, self-confidence in English and the development of English competency. Graphic organizers such as Literature based English Teaching and Learning are efficient and interesting materials for students' understanding of literary elements. Conclusion: It is useful to understand the theme of the story, various characters, the setting, and the plot of the story. English teaching and learning using graphic organizers can be highly effective in helping students to improve their English skills and to lead to self-directed English learning.
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