Approach, Method, and Technique in ELT Classroom Management
1 ELT English language teaching (ELT) is the practice of educating students in the English language. It involves teaching the four main language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing, along with grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural aspects. ELT can be conducted through various methods and approaches, The goal of ELT is to enable students to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, in a variety of real-life situations.
Differences Contents Definitions 1 Models Approach, Method, and Technique in ELT 3 2 Approach, Method, and Technique in ELT Approach, Method, and Technique in ELT
H. Douglas Brown a prominent figure in the field of language teaching and his book "Principles of Language Learning and Teaching" is widely used as a reference in language education.
1 1 Definitions Approach, Method, and Technique in ELT
Approach refers to the theories and beliefs about the nature of language, language learning, and the role of teachers and learners. It sets the philosophical foundation for teaching practices.
Method the overall plan for the orderly presentation of language material, no part of which contradicts, and all of which is based upon, the selected approach.
Technique the specific activities, behaviors , and actions employed by teachers to help students learn language effectively. They are practical applications of the chosen method.
2 1 Differences Approach, Method, and Technique in ELT
Differences Approach the underlying theory or philosophy guiding language teaching. 01 Method the systematic plan derived from the approach, incorporating specific principles and techniques. 03 Technique the specific activities or tasks employed within the method to facilitate language learning. 02
3 1 Models Approach, Method, and Technique in ELT
MODELS Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) Lexical Approach Approach The Direct Method Audio Lingual Method Content-Based Instruction (CBI) Method Total Physical Response (TPR) Role-Playing Jigsaw. Technique
Approach I n English Language Teaching
Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) Focuses on real-life communication, using tasks like role-plays. Example: Students plan a trip together, practicing language in a meaningful context. Approach
Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) Learning revolves around completing tasks in the target language, integrating all language skills. Example: Students plan a menu for a restaurant, using language to negotiate and describe dishes. Approach
Lexical Approach Teaches language through chunks of language rather than individual words or grammar rules. Example : Learners learn "take off shoes" as a unit, understanding its usage in context Approach
Method I n English Language Teaching
The Direct Method Immersive learning without translation, using visual aids and real-life situations. Example : Teaching English by pointing to objects and speaking only in English. Method
DIRECT METHOD Teacher : "Good morning, class! How are you today?" Students: "Good morning, teacher! We are fine, thank you." Teacher: "Today, we'll learn about animals. Look at this picture. What animal is it?“ Students : "It's a cat!" Teacher : "That's correct! This is a cat. Now, repeat after me: 'cat'."
Audio Lingual Method Repetition-based learning through listening and speaking drills. Example: Learning English by repeating phrases after native speakers. Method
Audio Lingual Method Teacher: plays audio recording Recording : " The cat is on the mat." Teacher: "Now, listen carefully and repeat after the recording." Students: " The cat is on the mat." Teacher: " Good! Now, let's practice some more. Listen and repeat."
Content-Based Instruction (CBI) Integrating language learning with academic subjects. Example : Studying the ecosystem in English to improve language skills alongside subject knowledge. Method
Content-Based Instruction (CBI) Teacher : "Today, we're going to learn about ecosystems. Here's a video about rainforests.“ Students watch the video about rainforests Teacher: "Now, in pairs, discuss what you learned about rainforests and write down five new vocabulary words related to the topic.“ Students discuss and write down new vocabulary words like 'canopy', 'biodiversity', 'deforestation', etc. Teacher: "Great! Now, let's present what you've learned to the class."
Technique I n English Language Teaching
Total Physical Response (TPR) Students respond physically to commands. Examples Teacher says "Stand up”. students stand up. Technique
Role-Playing Acting out scenarios. Examples Students act as waiter and customer in a restaurant Technique
Jigsaw Groups learn different parts, then teach each other Examples Each group studies a different perspective of Woman Empowerment and shares findings. Technique