Applying Communicative Approaches

Applying Communicative Approaches

Case studies

Diverse Teaching Environments

TBLT Approach in an EFL Classroom

PBLT Approach in a Language Arts Class

CLIL Approach in a Science Classroom

Study Case 1: CLIL Approach in a Science Classroom

Success Factors: 1. Content and Language Integration: Students gain a deep understanding of scientific concepts while simultaneously improving their English language skills. 2. Motivation: The real-world application of language in scientific contexts engages students, making the learning experience more meaningful. 3. Language Support: Teachers provide language support to help students navigate scientific terminology and express their ideas effectively.

Context: A high school science class where the CLIL approach is implemented to enhance students' understanding of scientific concepts while developing their English language proficiency. Implementation: In this case, science content is taught in English, allowing students to explore and discuss scientific principles in the target language. Practical experiments, research projects, and presentations are integrated into the curriculum, ensuring that language learning occurs within the context of science.

Study Case 3: PBLT Approach in a Language Arts Class

Success Factors: 1. Creative Expression: PBLT encourages students to express themselves creatively, fostering a deeper connection with language and literature. 2. Critical Thinking: Students analyze texts, synthesize information, and make creative decisions, developing critical thinking skills alongside language proficiency. 3. Public Presentation: Projects often culminate in public presentations, improving students' speaking and presentation skills.

Context: A language arts class in a middle school where the Project-Based Language Teaching approach is implemented to enhance students' language proficiency and creativity. Implementation: Students engage in long-term projects that involve reading, researching, and creating multimedia presentations or performances. For instance, they might adapt a novel into a play, write and perform a spoken word piece, or produce a short film based on a literary work.

Study Case 2: TBLT Approach in an EFL Classroom

Context: An English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom in a language institute, where the TBLT approach is employed to enhance learners' practical language skills. Implementation: The curriculum is structured around communicative tasks that mirror real-world situations. For example, students engage in role-playing scenarios like making travel arrangements, solving problems in a simulated workplace, or planning a social event. The focus is on the use of language for authentic communication.

Success Factors:1. Authentic Language Use: Students practice language in context, developing skills that are immediately applicable in real-life situations.2. Collaboration: Tasks often require collaboration, fostering teamwork and communication skills in the target language. 3. Varied Skills Development: TBLT activities encompass all language skills – listening, speaking, reading, and writing – providing a holistic language learning experience.