Didactum
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026): Maret 2026

Teachers’ Strategies in Teaching Vocabulary for Young Learners in Elementary Schools of Ampek Angkek District

Gusti Rahmi Putri (Universitas Islam Negeri Sjech M.Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi)
Lena Sastri (Universitas Islam Negeri Sjech M.Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi)
Eliza (Universitas Islam Negeri Sjech M.Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi)
Elsi Amiza (Universitas Islam Negeri Sjech M.Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study investigated the strategies used by English teachers in teaching vocabulary to young learners at elementary schools in Ampek Angkek District. Teaching vocabulary to young learners requires appropriate strategies because elementary school students have different learning characteristics, such as limited attention span, varied levels of understanding, and low vocabulary retention. In addition, teachers often face challenges related to learning materials, teaching media, classroom conditions, and vocabulary assessment. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze the strategies implemented by English teachers to facilitate vocabulary learning for young learners. This research employed a qualitative case study design conducted at SD N 17 Bonjo Alam and SD N 08 Bonjo Alam. The participants were two English teachers selected through purposive sampling. The data were collected through classroom observations and semi-structured interviews and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, including data collection, data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings revealed that teachers applied several strategies in teaching vocabulary, such as adjusting materials to students’ abilities, using pictures and real objects as teaching media, implementing repetition and interactive activities, and conducting supportive vocabulary assessment. These strategies helped students understand and remember vocabulary more effectively while encouraging active classroom participation.

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didactum

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Subject

Religion Computer Science & IT Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Library & Information Science Mathematics Other

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Didactum: Journal of Educational Innovation and Learning Studies publishes peer-reviewed articles on teaching and learning innovation. It welcomes original research that advances educational theory and practice in Islamic and general education. The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited ...