Original scientific paper

https://doi.org/10.51558/2303-4858.2024.12.2.276

The position of authentic literature in primary ELT in Croatia

Ivana Cindrić orcid.org/0000-0001-7281-4431 ; University of Zagreb Zagreb, Croatia *
Silvija Hanžić Deda orcid.org/0000-0002-7606-7143 ; University of Zagreb Zagreb, Croatia
Ivana Milković orcid.org/0000-0003-4141-742X ; University of Zagreb Zagreb, Croatia

* Corresponding author.

Abstract

This study explores Croatian primary teachers’ use of authentic literature in English language teaching (ELT). It examines teachers’ perceptions and practices, including differences based on teachers’ initial education and age. The findings reveal that teachers, regardless of initial education and age, use stories in their classes, typically once or twice a month. The main source of authentic literary texts for these teachers is the coursebook. There were no significant differences observed in terms of frequency and type of text used based on teachers’ age. Overall, teachers have positive attitudes towards using authentic literature, although they express concerns about the increased teacher engagement required for preparation and delivery, as well as the time constraints of English lessons.

Keywords

authentic literature; ELT; practices; perceptions; primary school

Hrčak ID:

327988

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/327988

Publication date:

16.2.2025.

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