Reasons to use literature in EFL teaching

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Reasons to use literature in EFL teaching

Personal involvement

students get a sense of individuality

students feel reflected on the stories

Culture

students become more open-minded

students are exposed to traditions from over the world

Analysis

students become aware of different realities

students share their thoughts and compare with others

students form their opinion during the reading

Language

students gain a great amount of vocabulary

students view different styles of syntax

students identify ways to connect their ideas

Authentic material

students learn to communicate in a more natural way

students are exposed to real use of english

Critical thinking

students search for characters' intentions and emotions

students identify problems and its solutions