TEACHING VOCABULARY TO A-LEVEL LEARNERS: PRINCIPLES, STRATEGIES, AND PEDAGOGICAL IMPLICATIONS
Keywords:
Vocabulary acquisition, A-level learners, beginner proficiency, multimodal learning, communicative approach, lexical pedagogyAbstract
Vocabulary acquisition plays a central role in the development of communicative competence among A-level learners. At this stage, learners require explicit support in recognizing, understanding, and using basic lexical items meaningfully across contexts. This article examines theoretical principles of vocabulary teaching, identifies key challenges faced by beginners, and proposes evidence-based strategies to enhance lexical development. The paper highlights multimodal learning, contextualization, repetition, scaffolding, and communicative practice as effective approaches for strengthening vocabulary retention. It also outlines the implications of technology integration and learner autonomy at the early stages of learning. Recommendations are grounded in applied linguistics and second-language acquisition (SLA) research.
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