Using Role Play in Teaching English Literature at Sudanese Secondary Schools

Résumé

The aim of this study is to investigate the role of using role -play in teaching English literature at Sudanese Secondary Schools. The role-play method is one of the methods proven to improve students' comprehension of literature which is not utilized at Sudanese secondary schools when  teaching literature. This study aims to provide more in-depth explanation of the use of the role- play method in learning English to improve students' understanding of literary works. It is a  literature study by carrying out stages in the form of searching and finding relevant data, analyzing the data found, and expressing ideas from these findings.  It examines the understanding of the role-play method, the procedure for implementing the role- play method, and the impact of the role-play method, especially in enhancing comprehension of  literary works. Accordingly, the researchers found out that the role-play method can improve students' understanding of literary works, develops students’ helping each other as well as building self-confidence. Moreover, it develops the learning process by making it more interesting and enjoyable.It creates a good situation of learning.