Meeting 2_Enlightened Informed Approach.pptx

this is from Brown for the course of methodology in TEFL

1. CHAPTER 3: THE PRESENT: AN “INFORMED” APPROACH

2. An Enlightened Eclectic Approach Approach, rationale (reasons or logical basis) for language and teaching, is based on particular context Eclectic approach is a method of language education that combines various approaches and methodologies to teach language depending on the aims of the lesson and the abilities of the learners

3. Eclectic Approach is derived from ... Basic principles of learning and teaching, reading, observation, and discussion It is not static The interaction between classroom and teaching is the key to dynamic teaching (trial and errors)

4. What about a teacher with no experience?

5. BUT It depends on ........... (YOU ARE ON THE WAY TO AN “Enlightende Approach”)

6. 2 reasons for variation at the approach level : An approach is by definition dynamic and therefore subject to some “tinkering” as a result of one observation and experience Research in second language acquisition and pedagogy that are not conclusive, but subject to interpretation

7. COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE TEACHING Classroom goals are focused on grammatical , discourse. Language technique Fluent and accuracy Using language productively and receptively Student are given opportunities to focus on their own learning process The role of teacher is that of facilitator and guide

8. Learner-Centered Instruction Techniques that focus on or account for learners’ need , style or goals. Techniques that give some control to the student (group work or strategy training, for example) Curricula that include the consultation and input of student and that do not presuppose objectives in advan Techniques that allow for student creativity and innovation Techniques that enhance a student’s sense of competence and self-worth.ce .

9. Cooperative and Collaborative Learning Cooperative and Collaborative Learning is a teaching and learning strategy where students are grouped together to scrutinize a particular assignment or topic to maximize their own and each other learning.

10. Interactive Learning A pedagogical approach that incorporates social networking and urban computing into course design and delivery. Interactive Learning has evolved out of the hyper-growth in the use of digital technology and virtual communication, particularly by students.

11. Whole Language Education Language should be teach as a WHOLE. Integration of oral (listening and speaking) and written (reading and wiriting) language, not fragmented Holistic assessment

12. Content-based Instruction Integration of content learning with language teaching aims. Concurrent study of subject matters and language

13. Task-based Instruction While there is a good deal of variation among experts on how to describe or define task, Peter Skehan’s ( 1998a: 95 ) concept of task seems to capture the essentials. Meaning is primary There is some sort of relationship to comparable real- world activities There is some communication problem to solve Task completion has some priority The assessment of the task is in terms of outcome