CLT

Question 1

What was the basis of the early syllabus that led to Communicative Language Teaching?

Answer 1

The idea of focusing on the functions of language (what we do with language) ultimately led us to the current “Communicative Approach”.

Question 2

What are the characteristics of CLT?

Answer 2

Communication is primary
Emphasis on ‘communicative competence’
Language skills are interwoven in natural language use.
Language is a meaning system that serves the communicative needs of its users.

Question 3

What kind of language does CLT emphasize?

Answer 3

CLT emphasizes authentic communication through classroom activities.

Question 4

What kinds of activities or classroom practices does CLT emphasize?

Answer 4

CLT emphasized ‘authentic communication through:

• communicative activities
• negotiation of meaning
• integration of the 4 skills
• group work in the language class
• info gap & info transfer
• authenticity and authentic materials
• emphasis on learner goals