THE INTEGRATION OF COGNITIVE-AFFECTIVE PRINCIPLES INTO SUGGESTOPEDIA FOR EFFECTIVE EFL LEARNING
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Suggestopedia, EFL education, cognitive-affective approach, language learning, learner motivation, communicative competence, emotional engagement, student-centered learningAbstract
The present study examines the influence of the Suggestopedia method on students’ motivation in English speaking classes. Suggestopedia, developed by Bulgarian educator and psychologist Georgi Lozanov, is an innovative language teaching approach designed to create a relaxed, supportive, and psychologically positive learning environment. The method aims to enhance students’ engagement and motivation by reducing emotional barriers that often hinder language learning. In particular, Suggestopedia is widely recognized for its effectiveness in developing communication skills and encouraging active participation in speaking activities. The theoretical foundation of Suggestopedia is based on the belief that learners possess greater intellectual and creative potential than is typically utilized in conventional classroom settings. Through the use of positive suggestion, music, role-play activities, and comfortable learning environments, the method seeks to unlock these hidden capacities and facilitate more effective language acquisition. In speaking classes, Suggestopedia focuses on minimizing learners’ anxiety and fear of making mistakes, which are among the most significant obstacles to oral communication in a foreign language.
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