TEACHING GRAMMAR TO ADULTS: APPROACHES, CHALLENGES, AND BEST PRACTICES

Teaching grammar to adults is a critical yet often challenging aspect of language instruction. Adult learners bring diverse needs, motivations, and prior knowledge to the classroom, making grammar instruction a nuanced process. This article explores effective approaches to teaching grammar to adults, highlights common challenges, and provides evidence-based best practices. Key methodologies such as explicit instruction, inductive and deductive approaches, and communicative grammar teaching are discussed in detail. By combining theory with practical strategies, this article aims to help educators create engaging and impactful grammar lessons tailored to adult learners’ needs.