THE USE OF LEXICAL AND GRAMMATICAL MATERIALS IN TEACHING ENGLISH: A COMMUNICATIVE AND INTEGRATIVE APPROACH

Abstract

This study examines the role of lexical and grammatical materials in teaching English as a foreign language (EFL), emphasizing their integration within communicative approaches. While traditional methods often treat vocabulary and grammar separately, modern pedagogy highlights their interdependence in developing communicative competence. The research adopts a qualitative approach, including classroom observations and analysis of teaching practices. The findings indicate that integrating lexical and grammatical instruction through contextualized teaching, task-based activities, and interactive methods significantly improves learners’ fluency and accuracy. The study also reveals that mechanical application of teaching strategies without considering learner needs leads to limited effectiveness. Therefore, successful language instruction requires flexible and adaptive teaching practices. The results suggest that combining lexical and grammatical materials in meaningful contexts enhances language acquisition and supports communicative development. The study concludes that an integrated approach is essential for effective EFL teaching and recommends further research on technology-supported language learning.