Reasons to use literature in EFL teaching

Critical thinking

Critical thinking

students identify problems and its solutions

students search for characters' intentions and emotions

Authentic material

Authentic material

students are exposed to real use of english

students learn to communicate in a more natural way

Language

Language

students identify ways to connect their ideas

students view different styles of syntax

students gain a great amount of vocabulary

Analysis

Analysis

students form their opinion during the reading

students share their thoughts and compare with others

students become aware of different realities

Culture

Culture

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students are exposed to traditions from over the world

students become more open-minded

Personal involvement

Personal involvement

students feel reflected on the stories

students get a sense of individuality