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A Historical Perspective of ELT by Michael E. Rudder, Ph.D

October 28th, 2008 · No Comments · Primary Level, Secondary Level, Self Improvement, Teaching Tips, University Scholars

Michael E. Rudder, Ph.D.
Regional English Language Officer
U.S. Embassy - Jakarta, Indonesia

RELEVANT ASPECTS RETAINED

Grammar-Translation
Deductive learning of grammarTranslation of sentencesEmphasis on accuracy

Audiolingual
Inductive learning
Practice drills
Vocabulary in context

Total Physical Response (TPR)
Attention to meaning rather than formLearning by doingLearner-centered

Community Language Learning (CLL)
Holistic approach
Humanistic aspect of language learning (learner-
centered)
Group-work activities

Natural Approach
Emphasis on communicationRole of error correctionInput Hypothesis and Affective Filter Hypothesis

Silent [...]

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