#1. Learning a foreign language is a process of self-realization experience and a process of communication.
#2. Language is for communication, therefore, the aim of the CLT is communicative competence, using real–life situations that necessitate communication.
Communicative Approach
Language is for communication, therefore, the aim of the CLT (communicative language teaching) is communicative competence, using real–life situations that necessitate communication.
Communication involves the integration of different language skills.
Students work in groups and engage in role-playing and classroom materials are often authentic.
The teacher is a facilitator.
Collaborative learning and peer interaction are important.
#3. Collaborative learning and peer interaction are important.
Communicative Approach
Language is for communication, therefore, the aim of the CLT (communicative language teaching) is communicative competence, using real–life situations that necessitate communication.
Communication involves the integration of different language skills.
Students work in groups and engage in role-playing and classroom materials are often authentic.
The teacher is a facilitator.
Collaborative learning and peer interaction are important.
#4. The class atmosphere view is more important than materials or methods.
Affective –Humanistic Approach
Learning a foreign language is a process of self-realization experience.
Language is a process of communication.
The class atmosphere view is more important than materials or methods.
The teacher is a counselor and facilitator and should be proficient in the target language and students’
native language.
Students work in pairs or small groups. Respect for individuals is important and emphasized.
#5. Pictures and actions are used to make meaning clear.
Direct Approach
Almost all lessons are begun with dialogues and conversational style.
Pictures and actions are used to make meaning clear.
Teachers should be native-like proficient.
The meaning should be connected directly with the native language without translation.
Grammar is taught using the inductive method.