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METHODS AND APPROACHES in TEACHING ENGLISH AS A second LANGUAGE
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Approaches, methods, procedures, and techniques Approach/-es : -theories about the nature of language and learning - serve/-s as the basis for methods and strategies in language teaching
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Approaches, methods, procedures, and techniques Method : -practical realization of an approach -include various procedures and techniques Procedure : -ordered sequence of techniques -smaller than a method/bigger than a technique
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Technique : –classroom device or activity/the narrowest of the four concepts –E.g. dictation, role-play, repetition, etc.
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The Grammar – Translation Method used by language teachers for many years. called Classical Method/first used in the teaching of the classical languages, i.e. Latin and Greek
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The Grammar – Translation Method mother tongue (L1),with little active use of the target language (L2); Vocabulary – isolated word lists; complex explanations of grammar; Text reading is emphasized/ little attention paid to the content and/or context
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Direct Method reaction to the Grammar Translation Method; No use of the mother tongue (only L2); many dialogues, anecdotes, interactive games, etc. grammar is learned inductively; texts are read for pleasure;
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Audio-lingual Method Relied on the Behaviourist models of learning using the Stimulus-Response-Reinforcement pattern positive reinforcement good habits drills Dominant usage of L2 Both grammar and vocabulary are emphasized Inductive presentation of rules
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The Communicative (Approach) Method Communicative Teaching critical reaction to the formal and boring types of exercises used under the audiolingual approach (‘drill-and-kill’ exercises) puts the focus on communicative interaction in class Real contexts; authentic materials L2 domination Importance of target culture
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Total Physical Response students respond with physical activity to teacher commands TPR includes but is not limited to the following: pointing, gesturing, touching, pantomime, etc. Usually with lower levels (learners) Relaxed classroom, enjoyment
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The Silent Way Teacher is silent Students are responsible (for their progress) teaching subordinated to learning Students gain autonomy by exploring language
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Community-Language Learning Holistic Experiences sharing Teacher is a counselor Plenty of communication L2 domination Peer correction; bond between learners
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Desuggestopedia help students overcome the barriers to learning. Stimulates the whole person Undoes blocks Goes rapidly forward Gives creative solution Encourages relaxation Strengthens self-image Talks to all the senses
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Desuggestopedia Optimizes learning Propagates talent Enhances learning Dramatises material Includes pictures, music and movement Addresses the whole person
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Content-based Learning Content-based instruction Task-based instruction Activity Time Problem solving Students actively involved
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