STRATEGIES OF TEACHING VOCABULARY FOR ENGLISH LEARNERS

Abstract

This article explores a range of effective strategies for teaching vocabulary to English language learners, emphasizing methods that promote meaningful engagement and long-term retention. It examines contextualized instruction, visual support, communicative tasks, and technology-enhanced learning as key approaches that help learners understand not only the meaning of new words but also their appropriate usage. This article discusses effective strategies for teaching vocabulary to English language learners. It examines approaches such as contextual instruction, the use of visual aids, interactive and communicative activities, technology-enhanced learning, and the development of autonomous vocabulary-learning skills. The findings suggest that combining multiple strategies increases learners’ retention, supports deeper comprehension, and enhances their ability to use newly acquired vocabulary in real communication. The article also highlights the importance of fostering autonomous learning skills, enabling students to take responsibility for tracking, reviewing, and applying vocabulary independently. When these strategies are combined, they create a rich, learner-centered environment that supports deeper comprehension and more confident language production. The findings suggest that a varied, interactive approach significantly improves learners’ ability to recall and actively use vocabulary in real communicative contexts.