This paper concentrates on some new methods in elementary school English teaching. The paper is developed into two major parts. The first part says the development of English teaching in elementary school. The second part deals with new English teaching methods in elementary school. It includes seven aspects: (1) planning a general English language course ; (2) creating an inclusive environment of class is very important; (3) listening and speaking are very important skills for beginners; (4) acting is not only advantageous to class study, but also sound in body and mind; (5) songs can stimulate pupils’ interest and develop learners’ language abilities; (6) playing games for children is very useful and important; (7) role-playing is intended on the overall language ability of learners.
Abstract ..........................................................I
Key Words .........................................................I
摘要 .............................................................II
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Introduction.......................................................1
I. The Development of English Teaching in Elementary School........2
II. New English Teaching Methods in Elementary School .............4
A. Planning a General English Language Course .....................4
B. Creating an Inclusive Environment ..............................5
C. Listening and Speaking .........................................5
a. Listening ......................................................5
b. Speaking .......................................................7
D. Acting .........................................................7
E. Singing Songs ..................................................8
F. Playing Games ..................................................10
a. Memory Game ....................................................10
b. Contest Game ...................................................11
c. Training Game.................................................. 11
d. Role-Playing ...................................................12
Conclusion ........................................................13
Acknowledgements ..................................................14
Bibliography ......................................................15