The importance of phonological awareness as a natural approach in children´s reading process from Manuela Cañizares School
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2024
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Universidad Católica de Cuenca
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The present study examines the significant impact of phonological awareness on the reading acquisition of chil-dren aged 10 to 12, with a specific focus on those acquiring English as a second language in Ecuador. The report highlights the pressing need for educational reforms considering the nation’s difficulties in achieving mastery in the English language. The study used a mixed-methods methodology, using questionnaires and observations to examine the complexities of phonological awareness as a naturalistic approach and its influence on reading ability. The results of the study indicate that a considerable percentage of pupils have difficulties in reading English words, highlighting the need to implement efficient teaching approaches. This research paper presents a survey on a phonological awareness intervention, showing its capacity to improve both phonological awa-reness abilities and reading ability. Furthermore, the study reveals a deficiency in the use of natural approach techniques and pronunciation tactics, underscoring prospects for pedagogical improvement. The study’s larger ramifications beyond the realm of education, prompting scientists in interconnected fields to contemplate the crucial significance of phonological awareness in the process of language learning. Although this study provides interesting insights, it is important to acknowledge several limitations. One drawback is the narrow scope of the examined linguistic aspects, which may restrict the generalizability of the findings. Additionally, there may be limits on the sample size, which might impact the overall validity and representativeness of the results. Sub-sequent investigations may be conducted to overcome these constraints and delve into the enduring effects of interventions, therefore offering full insights to educators, policymakers, and researchers interested in language acquisition and teaching. In general, this study highlights the importance of phonological awareness in resol-ving challenges with reading, facilitating successful language training, and contributing to wider conversations on language acquisition approaches.
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PHONOLOGICAL AWARENESS; NATURAL APPROACH; READING PROCESS; ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE; LANGUAGE EDUCATION METHODS.
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Morales Pilatuña, N. M., & Contreras Parra, J. P. (2023). La importancia de la conciencia fonológica como enfoque natural en el proceso lector de los niños del Colegio Manuela Cañizares. Pacha. Revista De Estudios Contemporáneos Del Sur Global, 5(13), e240241. https://doi.org/10.46652/pacha.v5i13.241
