In the northern Oshikoto region of Namibia, within the confines of a classroom, an educator has taken up the task of inscribing English vocabulary words onto the chalkboard. Engaging her pupils, she encourages them to vocalize the terms aloud. Whenever they encounter difficulties in pronunciation, she diligently rectifies their errors, ensuring accuracy. Furthermore, she dedicates herself to assisting these young minds in deciphering unfamiliar words by guiding them through phonetic exercises. As part of an alternate scene just a stone’s throw away, yet another dedicated English teacher captivates her students by presenting animated cartoon strips on her personal cellular device. The purpose behind this pedagogical approach lies in fostering mental imagery among learners while they immerse themselves in the act of reading—a well-documented technique proven to enrich comprehension.
Supporting Namibian Teachers in Promoting Literacy for Multilingual Learners
