The impact of project-based learning on critical thinking and speaking abilities of young elementary EFL learners

This literature review research analyzes the impact of Project-Based Learning (PBL) in developing language and critical thinking abilities in young EFL learners. PBL has several methods to encourage students' participation and language use on a learner-centered basis. The study is conducted through an extensive literature review and qualitative study to describe the components and methods of PBL in elementary EFL teaching. The findings can be beneficial for teachers who want to develop students’ cognitive and linguistic skills and provide a foundation for teachers to improve participation as well as quality in an educational context.

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Pacha Revista de Estudios Contemporáneos del Sur Global
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2025-04-21
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https://doi.org/10.46652/pacha.v6i17.415
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Education and Critical Thinking Development
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The impact of project-based learning on critical thinking and speaking abilities of young elementary EFL learners

Shalena Silvana Naranjo Andrade, Katherine Chiluiza
Pacha Revista de Estudios Contemporáneos del Sur Global
Education and Critical Thinking Development
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The impact of project-based learning on critical thinking and speaking abilities of young elementary EFL learners

Shalena Silvana Naranjo Andrade, Katherine Chiluiza
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This literature review research analyzes the impact of Project-Based Learning (PBL) in developing language and critical thinking abilities in young EFL learners. PBL has several methods to encourage students' participation and language use on a learner-centered basis. The study is conducted through an extensive literature review and qualitative study to describe the components and methods of PBL in elementary EFL teaching. The findings can be beneficial for teachers who want to develop students’ cognitive and linguistic skills and provide a foundation for teachers to improve participation as well as quality in an educational context.

Pacha Revista de Estudios Contemporáneos del Sur GlobalVol. 6(17)
Universidad Católica de Cuenca (EC)
Openalex Percentile: Top 92%
Education and Critical Thinking Development
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