Eliminating outdated grammar myths for ESL and EFL instructors and students
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The purpose of this article is to examine several outdated grammar myths and illustrate why, in the interest of furthering English education around the world, they should be set aside by progressive-minded EFL and ESL teachers and students. All current and future English speakers need to learn and understand the rules of grammar in order to fully master the language. However, many guidelines that are believed to be English grammar rules are actually myths that have lingered in the lexicon for decades or centuries. They carry with them confusion and misunderstanding, often standing in the way of second language learners and teachers. These troublesome myths must be identified and set aside for the good of students and teachers of English. Therefore, this study examined some current grammar myths and identified why they should be eliminated. Because of the scope of one study, a limited number of myths and issues were addressed. Further study on the topic should be performed.
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The purpose of this article is to examine several outdated grammar myths and illustrate why, in the interest of furthering English education around the world, they should be set aside by progressive-minded EFL and ESL teachers and students. All current and future English speakers need to learn and understand the rules of grammar in order to fully master the language. However, many guidelines that are believed to be English grammar rules are actually myths that have lingered in the lexicon for decades or centuries. They carry with them confusion and misunderstanding, often standing in the way of second language learners and teachers. These troublesome myths must be identified and set aside for the good of students and teachers of English. Therefore, this study examined some current grammar myths and identified why they should be eliminated. Because of the scope of one study, a limited number of myths and issues were addressed. Further study on the topic should be performed.
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