EXPLORING THE EVOLVING LANDSCAPE OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING METHODOLOGIES
Keywords:
methodologies, grammar-translation, audio-lingual, communicative, task-based, total-physical, flipped, learner-centered, competence, linguistic, pedagogical.Abstract
This article explores the evolving landscape of English language teaching methodologies, tracing the historical development from traditional approaches like grammar-translation to more modern techniques such as communicative language teaching and task-based language instruction. It discusses the principles, strengths, and limitations of various teaching methods, including the audio-lingual method, total physical response, and the flipped classroom model. The article highlights how the choice of teaching methodology should be guided by factors like learner needs, learning objectives, and the teaching context. It emphasizes the importance of adopting a flexible and eclectic approach, drawing on the best practices of different methodologies to create an effective and tailored learning experience for English language learners in the 21st century.
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