O papel da maturidade emocional no ensino de língua inglesa: impacto na proficiência e desenvolvimento emocional de estudantes

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the role of emotional maturity in the process of teaching and learning English, analyzing its impact on linguistic proficiency and emotional development of students in the 6th and 9th grades of elementary school. The research adopts a qualitative approach based on a bibliographic analysis, seeking to understand the relationship between emotional maturity, motivation, and students' language skills. To carry out the study, the impacts of emotional regulation on communicative performance, both oral and written, and the influence of emotional maturity on the learning process were analyzed. The research revealed that students with higher emotional maturity showed better performance, increased motivation, and persistence in learning English, as well as clearer and more effective communication. It is concluded that students' emotional development is an essential factor for academic success and should be integrated into teaching practices, particularly in language instruction, to foster a more productive and healthy learning environment. This study contributes to the understanding that emotional maturity is not only a component of well-being but also an important skill for enhancing linguistic proficiency.