The question that arises is how and why literature survives and has still its unique weight in the 21st century. This work is structured in several parts discussing what influence literature has on pupils in the EFL classroom. This seminar paper begins by giving a basic overview of the use of literature and why literature remains so successful. This is followed by the criteria of why certain literature is chosen and the challenges that may occur when teaching literature. After that, it will be discussed which influence literature has on the reading and writing skills of pupils in the EFL classroom.
The young adult novel “The Hate U Give” by Angie Thomas will serve as an example, which will firstly be presented briefly in its outline and its fundamental themes. Later on, this novel will be analysed regarding the impact it has on pupils in the EFL classroom and to what extent this example might or might not help them to understand America’s society concerning recent themes as racism, police violence or identity.
The aim of this term paper is to develop an appropriate answer to the question why literature is still so prominent and popular nowadays. The other important aspect and the aim this paper lays its focus on is how literature is used to reconstruct social values and norms or to understand a foreign society.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1 INTRODUCTION
- 2 THE USE OF LITERATURE IN THE EFL CLASSROOM
- 2.1 CRITERIA OF CHOOSING LITERATURE
- 2.2 CHALLENGES OF TEACHING LITERATURE
- 2.3 INFLUENCE ON PUPILS' READING AND WRITING SKILLS
- 3 AN EXAMPLE: “THE HATE U GIVE” BY ANGIE THOMAS.
- 3.1 IMPACT ON PUPILS' VIEW OF TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THE NOVEL
- 4 CONCLUSION.
- 5 BIBLIOGRAPHY.
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This seminar paper aims to explore the enduring relevance of literature in the EFL classroom, particularly in light of the ongoing digitization of education. It investigates the factors that contribute to the continued success of literary texts in promoting language learning and understanding social contexts. The paper delves into the criteria for selecting suitable literary works, examining the challenges associated with teaching literature, and analyzing the impact of literature on pupils' reading and writing skills. Additionally, the paper examines the potential of literature to reconstruct social values and norms, focusing on the example of "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas.
- The role of literature in EFL classrooms in a digital age.
- Criteria for selecting appropriate literature for EFL learners.
- Challenges associated with teaching literature in EFL settings.
- Influence of literature on pupils' reading and writing skills.
- Using literature to understand social contexts, with a focus on "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introductory chapter discusses the enduring relevance of literature in the EFL classroom despite the progressive digitization of education. It highlights the role of literature in promoting language learning and understanding social contexts, introducing the key questions and objectives of the paper.
Chapter 2 delves into the use of literature in the EFL classroom, focusing on the criteria for selecting appropriate texts. It examines various factors such as the course type, students' language level, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and emotional maturity.
Chapter 3 presents "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas as an example of how literature can be used to explore social issues like racism, police violence, and identity. It examines the impact of this novel on pupils' understanding of American society and the potential it holds for promoting critical thinking and dialogue.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This seminar paper explores the key themes of literature in the EFL classroom, specifically addressing the challenges and benefits of using literature in a digital age. It examines criteria for selecting suitable literature, including considerations of student level, cultural background, and emotional maturity. The paper utilizes "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas as an example to showcase how literature can be used to engage students in discussions about social issues like racism, police violence, and identity. The paper concludes by emphasizing the ongoing importance of literature in promoting language learning, critical thinking, and social understanding.
- Citation du texte
- Bianca Ihejieto (Auteur), 2021, Literature in the EFL classroom. Criteria of choosing and challenges of teaching literature, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1139737
