Teaching English Nursery Rhymes to Second Graders: An Action Research

• Main Authors: Hui-Ling, Lin, 林慧玲
• Other Authors: Su-Ching, Chai
• Format: Others
• Language: zh-TW
• Published: 2005
• Online Access: http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/50588021117007876386

碩士 === 臺中師範學院 === 語文教育學系碩士班 === 93 === The purpose of this study was to explore the effects of English nursery rhymes on EFL children’s motivation and language proficiency. Qualitative data were triangulated using interviews, observations, and document analysis. One class of 34 second graders in an elementary school in Taichung City was chosen as the participants. The curriculum was designed based on the textbook－Dear English I. After 21 weeks of teaching, the results indicated that English nursery rhymes had positive effects on English learning interests and could effectively develop students’ abilities in listening and speaking. The major findings of the research are as follows: 1. Using English nursery rhymes can foster students’ English learning interests. 2. The model of program based on English nursery rhymes can effectively develop students’ language skills. 3. Listening to CD after school can assist students with the ability of speaking and singing. 4. The task-based assessment can inspire students’ motivation and build their confidence. 5. Action research is useful for English teachers to promote personal and professional development. Finally, based on the findings, some suggestions on English teaching, action research, and further studies are recommended in the study.