What is a method? Three decades ago Edward Anthony gave us a definition that has quite admirably withstood the test of time. Method is the second of three hierarchical elements, namely, approach. Here are Elements and Subelements of Method that can you use in teaching process:
Method :
1. Approach:
a. A theory of native language:
- an account of nature of language proficiency
- an account of the basic units of language structure
b. A theory of the nature of language learning
- an account of the psycho-linguistic and cognitive processes involved in
language learning
- an account of the conditions that allow for successful use of these
processes
2. Design
a. The general and specific objectives of the method
b. A syllabus model
c. Learners roles
- types of learning tasks set for learner
- degree of control learners have over the content of learning
- patterns of learner grouping that are recommended or implied
d. Teacher roles
- types of function teachers fulfill
- degree f teacher influence over learning
- degree to which teacher determines the content of learning
e. Types of learning and teaching activities
f. The role of instructional materials
3. Procedure
a. Classroom techniques, practices, and behaviors observed when the method in used
- resources in terms of time, space, and equipment used by the teacher
- interactional patterns observed in lessons
- tactics and strategies used by teachers and learners when the method is
being used
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
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