1. Communicative Approach 溝通式教學法簡介
Joanne Chen
Presentation Part I

2. Second Language Teaching Methods 外語教學法簡介
Grammar-Translation Approach
(1890s-1930s)
Direct Approach
(1970s)
Communicative Approach
(The Natural Approach)
(1960s-2000s)
Audio-lingual Method
(1950s-1960s)
Community Language Learning/CLL
Total Physical Response
(TPR / TPRS)
(1960s- 2000s)
Reading Approach
The silent way
Task-based approach
Total Immersion technique

3. In Terms of Usefulness for Practical Purposes
Communicative Method
以實用為前提的三種學習原則
A. 溝通原則 Focus on language as a medium of communication. All communication has a social purpose
B. 任務原則 Meaningful Communication embraces a whole spectrum of functions (e.g. seeking information /apologizing /expressing likes and dislikes)
C. 意義原則 Syllabuses based on communicative method offered communicative ability

4. Communicative Approach 溝通式教學法
Communicative competence progressing
through the 3 stages
Stage 1: Aural Comprehension (lower level- repetition)
Stage 2: Early Speech production (medium level – teacher to students)
Stage 3: Speech Activities ( higher level – a real message)
Example: 何歳ですか？ (Nan-sai desu ka?)
你幾歲?
Insert a map of your country.
Communicative Approach 溝通式教學法

5. 2) Maximize the use of target language in the class
Classroom should provide opportunities for rehearsal of real-life situation and provide opportunity for real communication
Insert a picture illustrating a season in your country.
Communicative Approach 溝通式教學法理念

6. 3) Pairing off of students into small groups
To practice newly acquired language patterns
To practice dialogue/ vocabulary / reading / writing
Insert a picture of an animal and or plant found in your country.
Communicative Approach 溝通式教學法理念

7. Communicative Approach 溝通式教學法理念
4) Use of Visual Stimuli
Flashcards, images, photos
Authentic materials
PPT, Video, whiteboard
Motivate and focus learner’s attention
Add key points in the history of your country to the timeline.
Communicative Approach 溝通式教學法理念

8. 5) Learner-centered classroom
Emphasis on creative role-plays/ simulations /projects / survey
Emphasis on active mode of learning
Can be a noisy class
Emphasis on oral and listening skills in the classroom
Learners practice sounds themselves
請問,銀行在哪裡?
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9. 6) Errors in speech are not corrected aloud
Errors are a natural part of learning language
Learners try their best to use the language creatively and spontaneously. 襯衫
Insert a picture of one of the geographic features of your country.
Communicative Approach 溝通式教學法理念

10. 7) Functional /Usable/ Meaning language
Not just limited on oral skills. Reading and writing skills need to be developed
Using elements encountered in variety of ways (reading /summarizing / translation / discussion /debates)
Avoid age-old texts
Grammar is still taught, but less systematically
Learners need to hear the target language in regular speed and practice the language extensively
我愛媽媽
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Communicative Approach 溝通式教學法理念