Methods of teaching english
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This document discusses various methods of teaching English, including the grammar-translation method, direct method, Dr. West's New Method, structural approach, and communicative approach. The grammar-translation method focuses on vocabulary and grammar rules, but does not develop speaking skills. The direct method teaches English directly without using the native language, but requires creative teachers. Dr. West's New Method emphasizes reading to develop other skills but can become dull. The structural approach and communicative approach develop language skills through a focus on structures and real-world communication.
Methods of teaching english
- 1. Methods of Teaching English By: - Shri. Khodave Dnyaneshwar M.A. (Eng), M. Ed., Shardabai Pawar College of Education For Women, Shardanagar, Baramati, Dist – Pune, Maharashtra, India Khodave.raja@gmail.com
- 2. Methods and Approaches Grammar-translation Method Direct Method Dr. West’s New Method Structural Approach Communicative Approach
- 3. Grammar-translation Method Word is the unit of teaching Use of mother tongue is important Formal Grammar is taught by Deductive Method
- 4. Grammar translation Method Merits Easy for common teacher No use of A/V aids Time Saving Reading is developed Demerits No direct bond between thoughts and expressions Speaking is neglected TL process dull and dry Students passive Exact translation is not possible
- 5. Direct Method English is directly taught in the class room No use of mother tongue in the class room by the teacher Natural method follows the natural way of learning a language i. e. L S R W Situational Approach
- 6. Direct Method Merits Develops all skills LSRW Fluency in speech Use of A/V aid TL process interesting Students are active Demerits Difficult for common teacher Creative and expert teachers required Difficult to explain abstract concepts
- 7. Dr. West’s New Method Principle: - Reading aspect must be such a skill which helps the students to acquire other skills easily Reading is by far the shortest road to learning to speak and write
- 8. Dr. West’s New Method Merits Develops reading skill of students Useful for lower grade teacher to follow in class Develops comprehension Interest in reading is increased Demerits Over emphasis on reading skill Neglects oral skills TL process become dull and monotonous
- 9. Structural Approach Learning a language by getting mastery over various structures Structures can be taught by creating adequate situations Practice of structure either in written or in oral form is important Oral way of teaching is important Speech practice is important
- 10. Communicative Approach Communication Competence is important Ability to use the language = Communicative Competence Fourfold skills of Language learning : Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing are developed Students are active TL process is student centered Teacher is facilitator, guide, assistant, motivator Pair Work, Group Work is expected in the class Situational Approach is used