Methods, Approaches and

Techniques of Teaching English

Presentation by:Shri. Dnyaneshwar Khodave

M.A.(Eng), M.Ed., SET
Shardabai Pawar College of Education
for Women, Shardanagar.

Methods of Teaching English

Grammar Translation Method

Direct Method
Bilingual Method
Eclectic Method

Grammar Translation Method

Old method
Useful to teach classical language
Word to word translation
Word is unit of teaching
No use of AV aids
No practice of speaking
No direct bond between thought and
expression

Direct Method

Reaction against Translation method

NO use of Marathi language
Expert Teachers are required
Use of AV aids compulsory
Practice of Speaking important
Not useful of ordinary teachers
Not useful for crowed classes

Bilingual Method

Use of Marathi by Teacher only

Pattern Practice
Not burden on teachers
Fluency in speaking
Easy understanding of ideas, concepts
Use of language habits already acquired

Eclectic Method

Choice of different method

Frequent changes in methods
Can teach any aspect
Flexibility in implementation
Doesnt require extra source material
Skilled teacher can integrate all the best
points

Approaches of Teaching English

Structural Approach
Communicative Approach
Situational Approach
Aural oral Approach
Multi-skill Approach
Eclectic Approach

Structural Approach

Sentence Structures are more important

Useful for lower classes
Emphasis on speech & ample practice
Stresses habit formation
Learner active participant
Drill and repetitions are important
Teaches four-fold skills

Communicative Approach

Develops speech habits of the students

Stresses most of the skill of language
Activities are important
Student Centered
Teacher is facilitator, manager, guide
No interference of grammar
Functional side of language is important

Multi-Skill Approach

Linguistic Skills are important

Individual Skill developed
Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing
Individual Mastery
Skill based activities
Lot of practice
Logical sequence in selection of skills

Techniques of Teaching English

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Techniques of Teaching English

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