ENHANCING FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHING THROUGH ACCURATE TRANSLATION: CHALLENGES AND PEDAGOGICAL STRATEGIES
Keywords:
Foreign language teaching, translation, pedagogical strategies, linguistic competence, cultural equivalence, vocabulary development, cross-cultural communication, grammar accuracy.Abstract
This article explores the role of accurate translation in enhancing
foreign language teaching and learning. It examines common challenges faced by learners
and educators in translation-based instruction and proposes practical pedagogical
strategies to overcome these obstacles. The study emphasizes the importance of contextual
understanding, cultural nuances, and linguistic equivalence in developing translation
competence. Furthermore, it highlights how well-integrated translation activities can foster
vocabulary acquisition, grammatical accuracy, and cross-cultural communication skills
among students. Recommendations are provided for implementing translation tasks
effectively within modern language classrooms.
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