THE ROLE OF CLASSROOM ATMOSPHERE IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE LESSONS: ADVANTAGES OF IMMERSIVE LEARNING
Abstract
This article explores the significance of classroom atmosphere in English language teaching and its influence on immersive learning. While traditional teaching often emphasizes grammar and vocabulary memorization, immersive approaches require an emotionally safe and interactive environment. A positive classroom atmosphere facilitates engagement, lowers affective filters, and promotes authentic language use. The study analyzes recent literature and empirical findings to examine how classroom climate affects students’ communicative competence, motivation, and linguistic performance. Findings show that a learner-centered, immersive, and emotionally supportive classroom significantly enhances English language acquisition.[1]
[1] Mercer, S., & Gregersen, T. (2020). Teacher Wellbeing. Oxford University Press.
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