METHODS AND STRATEGIES IN TEACHING ENGLISH Methods and Strategies Described
“If a child can’t learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn”
The Direct Method Grammar-translation Bilingual Method Audio-lingual The structural approach Suggestopedia Total Physical Response (TPR) Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) METHODS IN TEACHING ENGLISH
Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) Immersion Task-based Language Learning The Lexical Syllabus METHODS IN TEACHING ENGLISH
Sometimes called “natural method” Contrasts from Grammar-Translation Method It refrains from using the learners’ native language and uses only the target language. Grammar rules are avoided and there is emphasis on good pronunciation. DIRECT METHOD
Teaching concepts and vocabulary through pantomiming, real-life objects and other visual materials Teaching grammar by using an inductive approach Centrality of spoken language Focus on question-answer pattern CHARACTERISTICS
Derived from the classical method of teaching Greek and Latin. Students learn grammatical rules and then apply those by translating sentences between target language and native language There is little or no emphasis placed on developing oral ability GRAMMAR-TRANSLATION
Combination of Direct Method and Gra mmar-translation Method Printed text is made available from the very beginning and presented simultaneously with the spoken sentence to allow learners to see the shape of individual words. BILINGUAL METHOD
It is based on behaviorist theory Similar to Direct method, but focusing on the use of grammar Students practice a particular construct until they can use it spontaneously New language is first heard and extensively drilled before being seen in its written form AUDIO-LINGUAL
Sees language as a complex of grammatical rules which are to be learned one at a time in a set order A technique wherein the learner masters the pattern of sentence STRUCTURAL APPROACH
A portmanteau of words “suggestion” and “pedagogy” The theory underlying this method is that a language can be acquired only when the learner is receptive and has no mental blocks. It is in the sense of offering or proposing, emphasising student choice SUGGESTOPEDIA
Uses physical movement to react to verbal input To create a brain link between speech and action to boost language and vocabulary learning TOTAL PHYSICAL RESPONSE (TPR)
An approach to language teaching that emphasizes interaction as both the means and the ultimate goal of study It does not use a textbook series to teach the target language, but rather works on developing sound oral/verbal skills prior to reading and writing COMMUNICATIVE LANGAUGE TEACHING (CLT)
A technique used in bilingual language education in which two languages are used in instruction in a variety of topics, including math, science, or social studies. IMMERSION
An approach in which learning revolves around the completion of meaningful tasks Its focus in on the completion of a task which in itself is interesting to the learners. TASK-BASED LANGUAGE LEARNING
Refers to the belief that the building blocks of language learning and communication are not grammar, functions or notions or some other unit but lexis. LEXICAL APPROACH
Make it Fun Make it Active Cooperative Learning Inquiry-based Instruction Differentiation Technology in Classroom Professional Development Don’t Put Pressure on your Students STRATEGIES IN TEACHING ENGLISH
Fun, fun, fun! This is one factor that really matters to kids. Some educators believe that kids learn best through play. Play Games Be Creative Include Art in your Class Take Your Class Outside MAKE IT FUN
The more language learners move, the better and faster they understand what you are teaching and the more easily they can retain the information. MAKE IT ACTIVE
Encourage students of mixes abilities to work together by promoting small group or whole class activities. COOPERATIVE LEARNING
Pose thought-provoking questions which inspire your students to think for themselves and become more independent learners. INQUIRY-BASED INSTRUCTION
Differentiate your teaching by allocating tasks based on students’ abilities, to ensure no one gets left behind. DIFFERENTIATION
Incorporating technology into your teaching is a great way to actively engage your students, especially as digital media surrounds young people in the 21 st century. TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM
Engaging in regular professional development programmes is a great way to enhance teaching and learning in your classroom. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Not correcting every error they make Modelling correct language us Not giving everything a grade DON’T PUT PRESSURE ON YOUR STUDENTS