Teaching Lanaguage in Primary Schools: A Review of Krishna Kumar’s “The Child’s Language and the Teacher” (2000): NBT

Abstract

Language is primary to human race. It is one of the most essential cognitive faculties which empower man to conduct in society. It is as much a biological function as is a social function. It is acquired naturally but mastering it requires careful guidance and teaching. The article reviews Dr. Krishna Kumar‟s “The Child‟s Language and the Teacher” (2000) in light of linguistic and sociological theories wherever possible. The article is an attempt to justify the relevance of the book for each and every language teacher. The book talks about several easy reformations in pedagogical techniques that can ensure better language comprehension and acquisition among the tiny tots. Written in a clear and lucid style the book stresses the role of a teacher and the huge impact that a teacher‟s attitude can have on the psyche of a student.

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Sweta Sinha

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Sweta Sinha (2014). Teaching Lanaguage in Primary Schools: A Review of Krishna Kumar’s “The Child’s Language and the Teacher” (2000): NBT. International Journal of Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Studies (IJIMS), 1(5), -. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-30624