Language Teaching Methodology

Language Teaching Methodology

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by Asyura Adnan

A Brief Summary of Language Teaching Methodology​

​The Direct Method

In this method the teaching is done entirely in the target language. The learner is not allowed to use his or her mother tongue. Grammar rules are avoided and there is emphasis on good pronunciation.

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Grammar-translation Method

Learning is largely by translation to and from the target language. Grammar rules are to be memorized and long lists of vocabulary learned by heart. There is little or no emphasis placed on developing oral ability.

A Brief Summary of Language Teaching Methodology​

Audio-lingual

The theory behind this method is that learning a language means acquiring habits. There is much practice of dialogues of every situations. New language is first heard and extensively drilled before being seen in its written form.

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The Structural Approach

This method sees language as a complex of grammatical rules which are to be learned one at a time in a set order. So for example the verb "to be" is introduced and practised before the present continuous tense which uses "to be" as an auxiliary.

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Activity 1 : Do you know any other language teaching methods (LTM)? Work in pair, draw a simple mind map on the LTM you know. Do it in 5 minutes!

Example of LTM mind map

​Source: H, Anna. Prezi

Let's have fun with pop quiz!​

Multiple Choice

Learning a language is largely done by translating to and from the target language. Grammatical rules and vocabulary are to be memorised. Almost no emphasis is given on developing the speaking skill. This language learning method is known as....

• Audio-lingual Method

• The Direct Method

• Grammar-Translation Method

• The Structural Approach

Multiple Choice

This language teaching method requires no correction of mistakes. Learners are exposed to language that is comprehensible or is made comprehensible for them. This method is known as....

• The Lexical Syllabus

• The Natural Approach

• Community Language Learning

• The Silent Way

Open Ended

Melur is currently learning Korean Language. Her teacher uses Korean drama dialogues in class and students are to practise communicating using the Korean drama dialogues. Melur learns how to order food, to complain, to ask for directions and other daily life expressions. Can you name this language learning method?