Methods For Developing The Vocabulary Of Primary School Students And Applying It In Practice
Keywords:
Primary school education, vocabulary development, active lexicon, pedagogical methods, communicative games, teaching strategiesAbstract
This article explores the psychological and pedagogical methods of developing and practically applying the vocabulary of primary school students. Vocabulary acquisition during early childhood serves as a vital foundation for reading comprehension, academic literacy, and effective social communication. The results demonstrate that interactive and play-based methodologies lead to a significantly higher word retention rate (a 30.7% net growth) and accelerate the transition of words from passive recognition to active daily speech. Ultimately, the paper provides practical recommendations for primary school educators to build a robust linguistic foundation for young learners.
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