BRIDGING THE VOCABULARY GAP - EXPLORING CHALLENGES IN APPROPRIATE WORD USAGE

The objective of this study is to identify and understand the specific challenges faced by students, particularly those from Marathi Medium Schools, in learning English vocabulary. Through comprehensive feedback from English Language Teachers, several key difficulties were identified. These include the differences between the written and spoken forms of English, the extensive volume of words to be learned, limitations in available sources of information about words, the intricacies of word knowledge, challenges in pronunciation, and issues in sentence formation. The study suggests that traditional methods of teaching English are insufficient for addressing these challenges. As a solution, it proposes the introduction of innovative teaching methodologies, emphasising the use of multimedia tools such as the Diksha app, educational videos, and varied reading materials. This approach aims to foster greater interest and engagement among students, particularly those from non-English backgrounds, thereby enhancing their English language skills. The study underscores the importance of adapting teaching strategies to the unique needs of learners to improve their language acquisition and proficiency.