Language Teaching Methods and Concepts

Controller

• A role the teacher assumes when directing or controlling classroom activities and guiding students' learning.

• A type of software used to manage classroom technology.

• A method of assessing student performance through standardized tests.

• A strategy for organizing classroom furniture for better interaction.

Drilling

• A technique where students repeat language structures or phrases multiple times to reinforce learning.

• A method of assessing students' understanding through written tests.

• A strategy for teaching vocabulary through visual aids.

• A practice of encouraging students to speak without any preparation.

Modelling

• Demonstrating the correct use of language for students to observe and imitate.

• Providing students with a written text to analyze.

• Encouraging students to create their own language rules.

• Using visual aids to support language learning.

CLT

• Communicative Language Teaching: A teaching method that emphasizes communication and fluency, focusing on real-world usage of language.

• Content Language Teaching: A method focusing on teaching content through language.

• Critical Language Teaching: A method that emphasizes the critical analysis of language and its social implications.

• Collaborative Language Teaching: A method that focuses on group work and peer interaction in language learning.

Grammar Translation Method

• A method focusing on explicit grammar instruction and translation between languages.

• A communicative approach emphasizing speaking and listening skills.

• A method that uses only the target language for instruction.

• A technique that prioritizes vocabulary memorization over grammar.

TTT

• Teacher's Taking Time: The amount of time the teacher spends speaking or interacting with the class, often balanced to allow for more student participation.

• Total Teaching Time: The overall duration of a class session including breaks and activities.

• Teacher's Training Techniques: Methods used by teachers to enhance their teaching skills.

• Time to Teach: The specific period allocated for teaching a particular subject.

Personalization

• Adapting language learning content to reflect the individual interests or experiences of the learners.

• Using a one-size-fits-all approach to language learning.

• Focusing solely on grammar and vocabulary without considering learner interests.

• Implementing standardized tests for all learners.

Rapport

• The relationship and mutual respect between teacher and students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.

• A strict disciplinary approach to maintain order in the classroom.

• An assessment method to evaluate student performance.

• A curriculum designed to enhance academic achievement.

Acquisition

• The process of learning a language through formal education and structured lessons.

• The process of learning a language naturally, typically through exposure and interaction, without explicit instruction.

• The ability to memorize vocabulary and grammar rules without understanding context.

• The method of learning a language by translating it into one's native language.

Proximity

• The emotional connection between the teacher and students.

• The physical distance between the teacher and students, which can influence the classroom dynamics and student engagement.

• The amount of time spent on a lesson plan.

• The level of technology used in the classroom.