Innovatively Transforming Primary School EFL Writing: A Systematic Review of Studies

Abstract

The article provides a comprehensive analysis of research studies focusing on innovative teaching techniques for enhancing writing skills in English as a foreign language (EFL) among primary school students (aged 6–14 years). Particularly, it addresses the issue of underdeveloped writing proficiency among Slovenian students. The introduction discusses various challenges in developing primary school students’ writing skills and presents modern techniques for successful writing development that have proven effective in English-speaking countries; which may be recommended for EFL instruction. The article introduces selective innovative teaching techniques—Shared Writing, Jigsaw Writing, Word Wall, and Storybird—for EFL writing, promising to improve writing skills while fostering students’ creativity and engagement. Through a systematic literature review, the article offers insights into the effectiveness of these techniques and their implications for primary school EFL classrooms.