SIMILARITIES BETWEEN PEDAGOGY AND PSYCHOLOGY IN TEACHING FOREIGN LANGUAGES TO CHILDREN

This article explores the interconnected roles of pedagogy and psychology in teaching foreign languages to children. Emphasizing the importance of developmental psychology, it demonstrates how understanding cognitive and emotional growth in children can enhance pedagogical approaches. Effective language instruction not only relies on methodologies suited to different age groups but also considers motivation, emotional engagement, and memory retention as psychological factors. By integrating pedagogical strategies with psychological insights, educators can create a learning environment that supports language acquisition in a holistic and child-centered manner.