Abstract
The use of music and songs in developing the four skills
Highlights
Research shows that human beings learn a lot but retain a small quantity of which songs take their share
Research proves that songs create a relaxing atmosphere which motivates learners and encourages them to progress rapidly: Music is a powerful stimulus for student engagement precisely because it speaks directly to our emotions while still allowing us to use our brains to analyse it and its effects if we so wish
Teachers can motivate them through the use of songs.songs may endear teachers to their students as the former have managed to reach their students’ inner worlds
Summary
Research shows that human beings learn a lot but retain a small quantity of which songs take their share. Such negligence would impede reaching progress in learning English It is high time high school teachers included songs in their lesson plans as they are proved to be effective teaching tools. Songs can be so motivating that they are entertaining and educating in the sense that teachers can exploit them to improve the four skills in a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere. This paper is an attempt to highlight the vital importance of using songs as a regular activity in teaching English in Moroccan high schools. It stresses some tried and trusted techniques in presenting songs which integrate with and develop the four skills
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