THE IMPORTANCE OF ENGLISH BY SASTRAWATI,S.Pd ENGLISH TEACHER OF SMK NEGERI 2 MUARA ENIM

 

English language plays an essential role in our lives as it helps in communication. It is the main language for studying any subject all over the world. English is important for students as it broadens their minds, develops emotional skills, improve the quality of life by providing job opportunities.

Moreover, the use of English as an International language is growing with time because it is the only medium for communication in many countries. English is also used widely in the literature and media section to publish books, most of the writers write in the English language due to the vast majority of readers know only the English language and they can describe their ideas best in the English language.

As we are aware that English language skills depend upon four core skills. These skills are essential for learning the English language that is:

Listening skills: It improves the imagination and vocabulary of a learner. While listening we used to visualize the scene and memorize in our memory.

Speaking skills: When a learner speaks, he gets to know his mistakes and he can improve it further.

Reading skills: Reading a book or a passage helps in improving the vocabulary and concentration of a learner.

Writing skills: When we write we get to know, what we are writing and do we know the spellings of all words.

If a student master these four skills then his English will automatically improve and gain confidence in presenting his skills.

Why Learning English language is important?

Perfect communication – It is important to speak effectively. People get impressed by those who have good communication skills.

Gain Confidence – If you own good communication skills then your confidence will automatically be high.

Achieve your goal early – Effective English language skills help you meet your career goals quickly.

Effective personality – When we speak effectively and with confidence, anyone can get attracted.

Part of the Global community – English language is a part of the global world. So, if one knows good English then one can interact with others.

Multiple Career Prospects – A person possessing effective communication skills have more career opportunities than others.

How to improve your English language skills?

There are various ways of improving English language skills, we discuss a few of them.

 Learn ten new words on a daily basis.

 Try to speak in English with friends and family members.

 Make a list of daily used items in English and try to use them on a regular basis.

 Watch English news channels, movies, serials, etc. and they to understand them.

 Read English Magazines, newspapers, novels, etc. The word you find tough underline and find its meaning in the dictionary.

 Participate in group discussions, this will give you confidence.

 Try to make notes on daily the basis or start writing a diary.

 Practice speaking skills for 5 minutes daily in front of the mirror.

 Practice grammar exercises of noun, verbs, adverbs, idioms, etc.

 Start thinking in English and write stories to improve both speaking and writing skills.

 Never feel shy while speaking, no one is perfect. One can learn only by speaking.

 Make friends who are native English speakers, it will help you a lot in learning English language skills.

The importance of the English language is wider in education. A student studies other subjects in the English language only like Science, Economics, Geography, History etc. if he knows the general rules of grammar well then the student can easily write the notes and ace in exams. So, let’s join an English class now!, laporan muhammad