Methods, Approaches and

Techniques of Teaching English

 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
Listen and Act
Listen and Say Individual / Group
Listen and Tell
Find difference
Listen and tell in short
Watch and say
Watch and act
Techniques of Teaching English
Say and Act
Find similarities
Find out
Watch and say letters, words, phrases,
sentences, passages