Fortalecimiento de la competencia oral y la motivación en estudiantes de inglés A1 a través de las artes

Abstract

This document reports on the design, creation, and implementation of a didactic material with artistic activities included as support for learning English in a school with students at a basic level (A1) of the language. The purpose of the proposal is that, through the material, students can increase their motivation regarding the English class and strengthen their oral production. This was derived from observations and an interview made during the pedagogical practicum where poor motivation regarding the materials used was evidenced, also influencing the oral participation of the students. The methodology of the material creation includes the use of artistic activities -drawing, creation of poems, comics, mimicry, and use of music- designed in a didactic material under a humanistic approach. The results show that, through the implemented material, the students increased their motivation regarding the English class, delivering a better willingness to pay attention, participate and take an active role during the sessions; the classroom became a more positive and safe environment for the students. On the other hand, the proposed material and activities served as a support for students to participate and give short presentations in front of their peers, thus improving their oral skills. In conclusion, the use of artistic activities has a significant impact in the classroom, promoting learning, motivation, and the development of language skills.