Contextualizing young learners’ English lessons with cartoons: Focus on grammar and vocabulary


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ARIKAN A., Ulaş taraf H.

World Conference on Educational Sciences, İstanbul, Turkey, 4 - 08 February 2010, vol.2, pp.5212-5215, (Full Text)

  • Publication Type: Conference Paper / Full Text
  • Volume: 2
  • City: İstanbul
  • Country: Turkey
  • Page Numbers: pp.5212-5215
  • Akdeniz University Affiliated: No

Abstract

This study examined the effectiveness of authentic animated cartoons in teaching English to young Turkish learners. In this experimental study using pre and post-test design, a comparison is made between instruction based essentially on traditional grammar and vocabulary teaching and one that made use of authentic animated cartoons. Thirty 4th grade pupils studying in a private school took part in the study. The control group (n= 15) followed a traditional grammar-based syllabus for four weeks while the experimental group (n= 15) watched and made use of ‘The Simpsons’ as classroom material. Results indicate that the experimental group outperformed the control group in learning target grammar points and vocabulary items.