USING AUTHENTIC MATERIALS IN EFL CLASSROOM
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https://doi.org/10.37547/Keywords:
authentic materials, EFL classroom, communicative language teaching, second language acquisition, real-world language, cultural competence, language pedagogy, task-based learning, scaffolding, learner motivation, intercultural competence, input hypothesis.Abstract
This article explores the role of authentic materials in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom instruction. Authentic materials — texts, audio recordings, videos, and digital content produced for native speakers rather than for pedagogical purposes — offer learners exposure to natural language use, cultural context, and real-world communication patterns. Drawing on current research in second language acquisition and communicative language teaching, this paper examines the theoretical justification for using authentic materials, reviews evidence of their effectiveness, discusses practical strategies for their selection and adaptation, and addresses key challenges educators may encounter. The article concludes with actionable recommendations for EFL teachers at Fergana State University and similar institutions seeking to enrich their instructional practice.
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