Teaching Methods For TEFL Flashcards
The best known theories that have been tested and proven are combined with the most effective practical teaching techniques.
Best theories + best techniques = best results
This is known as the?
The eclectic method.
The TEFL course encourages teachers to use the best and latest methodology applicable. Please name this method
The Eclectic Method.
Past methods used:
In the 17th through to the 20th century, teachers taught foreign languages by focusing on reading and writing. Speaking and listening were not part of the curriculum.
This was known as the ? _?_method
Grammar translation.
Past teaching methods:
An approach that used pantomime, real objects and visual materials to teach vocabulary and concepts was known as the ? or _?_method.
Direct or Natural.
Past teaching methods.
A method based on behaviorist theory, focusing on positive and negative reinforcement of behaviors. Similar to the direct method but focused on teaching grammar rather than vocabulary and students communicated in the target language. It was sometimes referred to as the army method but is technically the ? ? method
Audio Lingual
Past teaching methods:
Developed in the 1970’s, this method relies on students physically responding to words spoken by the teacher. It is still used and is effective in teaching children. It was known as the _ _ _ or ? ? ?
TPR or Total Physical Responce
Past teaching methods:
Developed by Georgi Lozanov in the 1970’s, this method relies on enhanced learning by tapping into the power of suggestion. Soothing music is played during activities implemented at the minds conscious and sub-conscious level. It was known as ?
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Past teaching methods:
Developed by the council of Europe in the 70/80’s. It is a broad approach to teaching rather than a method incorporating a set of clearly defined classroom practices. Not without serious defects it was commonly known as _ _ _ or The ? ?
CLT - The Communicative Approach
