THE FUNCTION OF LITERARY COMPETENCIES IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION
Keywords:
Language proficiency, Aesthetic appreciation, Linguistic resource, Empathy, Emotional intelligenceAbstract
Literature has a big impact on language acquisition since it helps people become more proficient in the language and develop a deeper comprehension of the English language. Literary competences provide a special way for language learners to advance their knowledge beyond grammar and vocabulary. These competencies include the capacity to evaluate, comprehend, and analyze literary works. The significance of literary competencies in English language instruction is examined in this essay, along with how they support comprehensive language acquisition.
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