Keywords
cognitive approach, communication skills, foreign language learning, memory strategies, metacognition, task-based learning, language acquisition.
Abstract
In today’s globalized world, mastering a foreign language is more than just learning grammar and vocabulary—it’s about becoming an effective communicator. Among various methodologies, the cognitive approach has gained significant attention for its learner-centered, brain-based strategies. This article explores how foreign language lessons can benefit from cognitive approaches to enhance learners’ communication skills, emphasizing thinking processes, memory, and understanding.