ADU Elt Writing skills 1 2025-2026

Nur ibrahim writing task2 first draft  

When Should Foreign Language Study Begin? How old children ought to be when learning a new language has long been an issue of discussion. Some individuals feel that children ought to start their new language education as soon as possible, while others feel it is better when children are older. In my view, it is correct that there is no ideal age, though it is significant to start when children are young. In the first place, children learn languages more effortlessly than grownups learn. They are more flexible and can learn pronunciation effortlessly. They can learn a foreign language when they are five years of age, and then their pronunciation would be better than someone who starts at fifteen years of age.      In some cases, however, children do not understand grammar rules properly. Another reason why learning the language in the early years is beneficial is because, unlike adults, kids are not afraid to make errors. They always tend to talk without even paying much h...

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Optimal Age for Starting Foreign Language Education The question of when foreign language education should begin is frequently discussed in language education research. It is often assumed that starting at a very young age guarantees successful language learning. However, research indicates that language learning outcomes are shaped by several factors, including exposure, instructional methods, and learning environments, rather than age alone. This paper argues that success in foreign language learning is not determined by age alone, but is strongly influenced by factors such as instructional quality and exposure (Strid, 2016, pp. 700–702). Research on early childhood language development shows that children become sensitive to grammatical structures at an early age. Studies conducted with children between the ages of two and four demonstrate that early grammatical awareness contributes to the development of more complex language use (Le Normand et al., 2013, pp. 647–650). These findin...

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The Optimal Age For Starting Foreign Language Education Is Earlier Always Better? One of the most persistent questions in education is "When is the best time to start learning a foreign language?" Many people believe that children are like sponges who absorb languages effortlessly, while adults struggle. This idea is often linked to the "Critical Period Hypothesis," which suggests there is a specific biological window for learning. However, the reality is more nuanced. Although starting at a young age is essential for achieving native like proficiency and accent, research indicates that older learners often possess superior speed in the initial stages, suggesting that the "optimal age" depends on whether the goal is ultimate perfection or rapid communication. The strongest argument for starting young stems from the theory that the brain becomes less flexible after puberty. In their classic study, Johnson and Newport examined immigrants to the USA a...