ESL Praxis 5362 - Planning and Implementing Instruction Study Questions and Answers

Direct (or natural) methodSecond languages should be acquired in the same way as first languages. Oral language (input not just output) is emphasized. No focus on grammar structure InductionLearn grammar through imitation and trial/error Grammar-translation methodIntended for foreign language literature. No emphasis on speaking/listening Audio-lingual method (ALM)Oral-based approach that uses repetitive exercises to teach grammatical structural patterns, vocab, key phrases and dialogue. Positive rewards for accuracy Communicative methodTeaching method that focuses on a need to communicate real meaning Communicative language teaching (CLT)Focuses on student's ability to *communicate in target language.* Use authentic texts and realistic scenarios to practice skills. Use personal experience and develop communicative competence Communicative competenceAbility to use language appropriately in a variety of contexts or situations. Register, slang, idioms Content-based language instructionAn approach in which the content is the basis for practicing communicative skills. Ie using content to expand language usage Task-based instructionAn approach in which the focus is on the completion of meaningful tasks rather than on the individual language skills Total physical response (TPR)Assessing understanding by learner's physical responses to commands. Best for beginning learners Silent WayA method to teach languages in which the teacher doesn't speak but uses manipulatives to explain, students correct themselves. Focus on vocab acquisition and pronunciation