THE USE OF L1 IN TEACHING EFL LEARNERS
Sugdiyona Turgunboeva
Keywords:
first language, target language, EFL classroom, language barrier, incorporating L1Abstract
The focus of this research paper is on examining how the first language (L1) is utilized when teaching English to students who are learning it as a foreign language (EFL). It investigates why L1 should be included in EFL classrooms, investigates the possible advantages and obstacles of using it, and talks about the impact on language teachers. The article ends by highlighting the significance of maintaining a well-rounded approach to utilizing the first language in English as a Foreign Language teaching, considering learners' requirements and encouraging productive language acquisition.
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