The Impact of the Montessori Approach on Early Reading Process: Case of EFL Young Learners Aged (5-8), at the Language Centre ‘Metro Languages’, Oran.

Abstract

This dissertation tackles the contribution of the Montessori approach to foster the reading skill for Young children. The researcher executed an exploratory intrinsic case study: Case of young learners of a language centre, Oran. The researcher conducted a semi-structured interview and an achievement test. The results have revealed the effectiveness of this method in enhancing the reading skills. The learners have developed autonomy, critical thinking and are now able to decode words, sentences and understand written instructions.