TEACHING METHODOLOGY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES IN PRESCHOOL EDUCATION

Abstract

This article examines the methodology of teaching foreign languages in preschool education, focusing on age-appropriate pedagogical approaches for young learners. The study highlights the cognitive and psychological characteristics of children aged 3–6, emphasizing their natural ability to acquire language through interaction, imitation, and play. It analyzes key teaching methods such as play-based learning, Total Physical Response (TPR), storytelling, songs and rhymes, visual aids, and immersion techniques. The research argues that effective foreign language instruction at the preschool level should prioritize communicative competence, particularly listening and speaking skills, rather than formal grammar instruction. Additionally, the role of repetition, routine, and a supportive learning environment is discussed as essential for reinforcing language acquisition. The findings suggest that a child-centered, engaging, and interactive methodology significantly enhances language learning outcomes in early childhood education.