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44 unresolved questions extracted from the limitations and future-work sections of 1,371 Language Acquisition and Education papers in our library. Each links back to the study that raised it.

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  • Based on the findings and their implications, the following recommendations are proposed: it is recommended that pre-primary schools diversify their use of teaching and learning materials (TLMs) by incorporating a broader range of that interactive and multi-sensory resources address varied learner needs. Teachers should also integrate technology strategically, using digital to complement existing pedagogical tools approaches and enhance children’s engagement in communication-focused activities. To further strengthen language development, teachers are encouraged to prioritise active learning strategies that promote participation, collaboration, and meaningful dialogue among children. Ongoing professional development is essential to equip teachers with skills in effective communication instruction, the purposeful use of TLMs within the Zone of Proximal Development. Finally, we recommend future research involving a larger and more including government prediverse sample, to better understand how primary schools, socioeconomic and contextual factors influence listening and speaking development across different Tanzanian settings. interactive pedagogy, and This study demonstrates that meaningful and interactive use of teaching and learning materials (TLMs), grounded in sociocultural principles, plays a critical role in developing listening and speaking skills among pre-primary learners in that through scaffolded emphasise children’s culturally Tanzania. By acting as knowledgeable others, teachers oral communication relevant storybooks, hands-on exploration, technologyenhanced activities, structured questioning, and extracurricular engagements. These practices enabled children to participate actively within their Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD), gradually gaining confidence and competence in expressive and receptive language use. The successful findings communication instruction requires more than the mere presence of materials; it relies on teachers’ intentional mediation, responsiveness to learners’ developmental needs, and recognition of the rich linguistic and cultural resources that children bring to school. Strengthening teacher capacity to informed implement pedagogies is therefore essential for fostering foundational literacy skills and supporting smooth transitions into primary education. Continued research and investment in diverse learning contexts will further deepen understanding of how best to nurture early communication development across Tanzania and beyond. socioculturally such REFERENCES Achola, O. R., Gudo, C. O., & Odongo, B. (2016a). Implications of instructional materials on oral skills among early childhood learners in central zone, Kisumu County, Kenya. International J. Educ. Pol., Res.

    Enhancing Listening and Speaking Skills in Pre-Primary Children: A Sociocultural Analysis of Teaching and Learning Materials in Tanzania · 2026 · DOI

  • This study highlights how purposeful, socially mediated interactions directly strengthen listening and speaking skills among pre-primary learners in Tanzania. Teachers actively selected and adapted teaching and learning materials (TLMs) to meet lesson objectives, engaged children in responsive dialogue, playful activities, and culturally meaningful experiences, and provided scaffolding that supported children’s participation within their Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD). By doing so, they created interactive learning environments where children listened attentively, expressed their ideas confidently, and developed essential oral communication skills.

    Enhancing Listening and Speaking Skills in Pre-Primary Children: A Sociocultural Analysis of Teaching and Learning Materials in Tanzania · 2026 · DOI

  • Based on the findings and conclusions of the study, the following recommendations are proposed: 1. Kindergarten teachers may utilize the developed play-based learning materials in daily listening comprehension, vocabulary learners’ classroom development, oral language expression, and phonological awareness through meaningful and developmentally appropriate learning experiences. to enhance instruction 2. School administrators may support the use of play-based instructional materials by providing learning resources, instructional support, and professional development activities related to play-based learning and early language instruction. 3. Curriculum planners and education supervisors may encourage the development, validation, and utilization of contextualized and curriculum-aligned play-based learning materials consistent with the Kindergarten Curriculum Guide and K–10 MATATAG Curriculum. 4. Instructional material developers may design additional play-based learning resources targeting other developmental domains to support holistic learning among kindergarten learners. 5. Future researchers may conduct similar studies using larger groups of learners, longer intervention periods, or experimental research designs to further establish the effectiveness of play-based learning materials in early childhood education.

    Development Validation and Summative Evaluation of Play Based Learning Materials · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should focus on developing VR content based on diverse local cultures, exploring VR applications for other language skills such as listening, speaking, and reading, and examining the long-term effect of VR usage on knowledge retention and cultural literacy among BIPA students.

    The Development of Virtual Reality-Based Virtual Tour Learning Media to Enhance Descriptive Writing Skills of Indonesian for Foreign Speakers · 2026 · DOI

  • The findings of this study highlight the urgent need for a systematic and evidence-based reform of literature textbooks in Kosovo’s secondary schools. Based on the discussion and the empirical results, several interrelated recommendations are proposed to enhance the quality, relevance, and pedagogical effectiveness of future textbooks. First, the alignment between literature textbooks and the national curriculum should be strengthened through clear operational standards and measurable indicators. The study revealed that many teachers perceive existing textbooks as only partially aligned with the Kosovo Curriculum Framework (Ministry of Education, Science and Technology [MEST], 2011). Therefore, future textbook development should be guided by explicit competency-based outcomes, ensuring consistency between content, learning objectives, and assessment practices. The Ministry should also introduce systematic evaluation rubrics and involve teachers and pedagogical experts early in the development process to ensure that curricular goals and classroom practices are coherently integrated. Second, the literary content of textbooks must be diversified to reflect contemporary, inclusive, and multicultural perspectives while preserving the richness of Albanian literary heritage. The analysis showed that both teachers and students desire a better balance between classical and modern authors, as well as the inclusion of works that mirror current social realities and global human values. Future textbooks should therefore integrate a variety of voices—national and international, male and female, historical and modern—to foster cultural awareness, empathy, and critical reflection among students. Third, there is a strong need to integrate creative, analytical, and critical thinking components into textbook activities. The current materials tend to focus on informational content about literary periods without adequately encouraging students’ expressive and interpretive skills. New textbooks should incorporate interactive, constructivist approaches such as text analysis, group discussions, creative writing, and interpretive exercises. These elements would help transform the learning process from passive absorption of information into active participation, enabling students to become co-creators of meaning and contributors to aesthetic understanding. Fourth, improvements in readability, visual design, and pedagogical accessibility are crucial. The study indicated that the design and presentation of textbooks significantly affect students’ motivation and comprehension. Hence, future editions should undergo objective readability assessments to ensure age-appropriate language and structure. Visual elements such as illustrations, diagrams, and graphic organizers should be functionally integrated to enhance understanding and engagement. A modern and reader-friendly design can make literature study more appealing, supporting deeper learning and interpretation. Fifth, standardized and transparent assessment tools EVALUATION AND QUALITY OF LITERATURE TEXTBOOKS IN UPPER SECONDARY EDUCATION IN KOSOVO 96 should be introduced to ensure fairness and accuracy in evaluating student performance.

    Evaluation and Quality of Literature Textbooks in Upper Secondary Education in Kosovo · 2026 · DOI

  • Therefore, future studies are recommended to involve larger samples, different educational settings, and longer implementation periods to strengthen the external validity of the findings. Future research is recommended to employ mixed-methods designs to explore not only students’ speaking outcomes but also student perceptions, classroom interaction patterns, and teacher implementation challenges during the application of the Round Robin model.

    The Effect of Round Robin-Type Cooperative Learning on Elementary Students’ Speaking Skills: A Quasi-Experimental Study with Fifth-Grade Students at MIN 1 Pesawaran · 2026 · DOI

  • 2, April - October 2026 dimension is the initial aspect that needs to be examined to understand how the Anomali program captures the attention of elementary school-aged children in Cijoho Village.

    Imitation of Children's Speech Styles in The Show "Anomaly" Among Elementary School-Aged Children in Cijoho Village, Kuningan Regency · 2026 · DOI

  • • The school should continue implementing phonics-based reading interventions for Key Stage 1 learners as part of its regular reading program. • Teachers should provide explicit and systematic instruction in letter-sound recognition, blending, segmentation, word decoding, and decodable text reading. • Reading comprehension activities should be strengthened through vocabulary preview, picture walk, WH- questions, sequencing, retelling, story mapping, and guided discussion. • Oral reading fluency practice should be conducted regularly through choral reading, echo reading, paired reading, and repeated reading. • Learners should be grouped according to reading level so that Beginning, Developing, and Proficient/Grade Ready learners receive appropriate reading support. • Parents and guardians should be involved through simple take-home reading materials, reading logs, and short daily home reading routines. • Project PHONICS-PLUS should be implemented as a continuing school-based reading enhancement program, with regular assessment and progress monitoring using CRLA-aligned tasks. • Future researchers may conduct similar studies with a wider scope, longer implementation period, comparison group, or additional variables such as attendance, home reading environment, and learner motivation.

    Effectiveness of a Phonics-Based Reading Intervention in Improving the Beginning Reading Skills of Key Stage 1 Learners at Pedro Redondo Elementary School, Surigao del Sur Division: A Quasi-Experimental Study · 2026 · DOI

  • The pre-test mean difference between control (61.16) and experimental groups suggests potential baseline differences; the study did not employ matching or regression adjustment techniques to isolate the independent effect of the Project Based Learning intervention from potential confounding variables affecting explanatory text writing performance.

    Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Project Based Learning Berbantuan Media Youtube Terhadap Kemampuan Menulis Teks Eksplanasi Pada Siswa Kelas XI SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Serbalawan · 2026 · DOI

  • The study compared Project Based Learning with YouTube media against conventional teaching methods but did not investigate the specific YouTube content characteristics (video length, pedagogical framing, explicitness of text structure models) that contributed to improved explanatory text writing capability.

    Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Project Based Learning Berbantuan Media Youtube Terhadap Kemampuan Menulis Teks Eksplanasi Pada Siswa Kelas XI SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Serbalawan · 2026 · DOI

  • While the experimental group achieved a mean post-test score of 86.513 compared to the control group's 74.783, the study did not examine the sustained retention of improved explanatory text writing skills or conduct delayed post-test measurements to determine whether gains persisted beyond the immediate intervention period.

    Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Project Based Learning Berbantuan Media Youtube Terhadap Kemampuan Menulis Teks Eksplanasi Pada Siswa Kelas XI SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Serbalawan · 2026 · DOI

  • The study evaluated student writing ability across five assessment aspects (content-structure fit, diction appropriateness, analytical capability, spelling-grammar, and neatness), but did not investigate differential effects of Project Based Learning with YouTube media on individual assessment dimensions or identify which specific writing components showed the greatest improvement.

    Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Project Based Learning Berbantuan Media Youtube Terhadap Kemampuan Menulis Teks Eksplanasi Pada Siswa Kelas XI SMA Muhammadiyah 7 Serbalawan · 2026 · DOI

  • In this paper, we are dealing with the use of tokens in literary works, limited to the age of the first grade of elementary school, which is a new problem that has not been dealt with until now, so we are following the example of research that deals with the study of lexemes intended for children from the aspect of quantitative use.

    Interpretation of traditional tokens in modern society at early school age · 2024 · DOI

  • This difficulty is caused by factors (internal), namely the talents and interests of students in certain learning situations that are still lacking and there is no compulsion to learn in students which is called lazy, As well as (external) factors, namely the family is a supporter of the learning situation of students but is still lacking, such as; direction from parents who are still lacking, as well as parents who are preoccupied with work which reduces parental attention to their children.

    Understanding and Expressing The Factors Causing Difficulties of Children In Learning, Especially In The Field Of Reading · 2023 · DOI

  • Findings: As a result, it was determined that the majority of the keywords in theses are shaped around the concept of children,studies are carried out based on literature rather than acquiring basic language skills, studies on listening, writing and speakingareas are insufficient, and the tendency of text-oriented examination has not changed over the years.

    A Thematic Analysis of Keywords in Postgraduate Theses on Children’s Literature · 2022 · DOI

  • However, little is known about classroom-based and self-reflective understandings of how the integration of technology can facilitate or distract students’ writing processes in the context of higher education in Indonesia, specifically from the eyes of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) writing lecturers in the country.

    TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION IN AN INDONESIAN EFL WRITING CLASSROOM · 2021 · DOI

  • Before the application, it was determined that students tried to write without planning, they were not willing to write and positive about writing, experienced writing anxiety and fear, their writing training was insufficient, they perceived writing as expressing emotions and thoughts, and didn’t know how to write.

    An Action Research on the Improvement of Writing Skill in Teacher Training · 2020 · DOI

  • Therefore, future research is recommended to employ quasi-experimental or true experimental designs involving control groups and larger samples from multiple schools.

    The Impact of Tiktok Application on Enhancing English Speaking Ability of Senior High School Students through Narrative Texts · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should explore the long-term impacts of these educational strategies on language proficiency and cultural identity, with a broader scope and larger sample sizes to enhance understanding and support effective educational policies and practices for diaspora communities globally.

    Language Acquisition among Early Childhood Diaspora: The Role of Indonesian in Malaysia's Kepong Guidance Studio · 2023 · DOI

  • The lack of standard Indonesian words owned by students makes the wheel of names used in learning Indonesian at SMP Negeri 12 Dumai.

    The Use of the Wheel of Names in Learning Indonesian Text Material Description "Standard Words and Non-Standard Words" Class VII Smp Negeri 12 Dumai · 2022 · DOI

  • Thus, it was suggested that a more explicit pedagogy to expose students to grammatical metaphor and more basic lexicogrammar teaching to enable the students to write academic texts is warranted.

    Exploring the use of grammatical metaphor in Indonesian EFL learners’ academic writing · 2021 · DOI

  • This study is believed to be so authentic as the teaching of phonics has not been investigated previously in Kuwait, and gender-segregation in teaching phonics was greatly emphasized.

    An Evaluation of Using the Phonic Approach in Teaching English to Primary School Students in Kuwait · 2013 · DOI

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