CLT

Mohamed, Belén, Fernanda, Yana, Gilma and Carlos

Communicative Language Teaching (CLT)

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Role of the teacher

Practical example

Advantages and disadvantages

Introduction

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• The method emphasizes communicative competence, using real-life materials like newspapers and videos.
• Students engage in purposeful tasks and take responsibility for their learning.
• Errors are accepted as part of learning, and language is taught based on functions rather than isolated grammar rules.

Introduction

ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES

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ADVANTAGES

DISADVANTAGES

Limited Grammar Focus: Critics argue that CLT may neglect grammar rules, potentially hindering learners in formal or academic language contexts. Not for Beginners: CLT might not suit absolute beginners who require a strong grammar and vocabulary foundation before engaging in complex communication tasks. Time-Consuming: Creating and using communicative activities can be time-intensive, posing challenges for educators to cover essential language content thoroughly. Teacher Training Needs: Effective CLT implementation demands well-trained teachers who can design and manage communicative activities, potentially requiring additional professional development.

Real-Life Communication: CLT prepares learners for practical language use in conversations, travel, and work. Active Learning: CLT encourages active participation, creating an engaging classroom environment. Fluency Development: CLT prioritizes communication, fostering natural language expression and fluency. Cultural Insight: CLT includes cultural elements, helping learners understand the target culture. Adaptable: CLT suits various learners and educational settings, offering versatility.

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practical example

Real life exercices, for example planning a weekend trip using the target language

Role of the teacher

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Role of the Teacher: The role of a facilitator or a guide. Teacher sets up Communicative Activities, offers guidance and support. Teachers monitor students' interactions, provide feedback on language use, and address any misunderstandings or errors that may arise during communication. Create a Supportive Environment Assessment in CLT often focuses on students' ability to communicate effectively in real-life situations, rather than just their grammatical accuracy.

sources

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"Communicative Language Teaching Today" by Jack C. Richards.

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