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https://doi.org/10.37547/ijp/Volume05Issue05-105
Strategies for Mastery of Time and Sequence in English For Esl Learners
Abstract
This article examines the challenges ESL learners face in mastering temporal expressions such as before, after, and while. These difficulties often stem from cross-linguistic interference, cognitive load, and limited exposure. The paper highlights common learner errors and presents effective teaching strategies, including storytelling, task-based learning, visual aids, grammar exercises, and feedback. By integrating cognitive and pedagogical approaches, the article offers practical solutions for improving learners’ accuracy and fluency in using temporal language.
Keywords
Time expressions, temporal connectors, teaching strategies
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Valentin Werner “Temporal Adverbials and the Present Perfect/Past Tense Alternation”, January 2013. English World-Wide, Volume 34, Issue 2, pp 202–240.
https://eslinfo.com/ultimate-guide-to-teaching-verb-tenses-to-esl-students
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