LEISURE READING AS A PROMISING APPROACH TO FOSTER CRITICAL AND CREATIVE THINKING OF LANGUAGE LEARNERS
Abstract
In language learning process many instructors frequently concentrate on detailed or intensive reading, this approach is fairly good and effective in solving reading tasks, tests and questions, however the wholesomeness of reading for leisure is neglected. In this article the reasons why reading for pleasure should be included in curriculum and the recommendations for book genres are provided.
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