THE COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE TEACHING (CLT) APPROACH IN MODERN TESOL
Keywords:
Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), Grammar Translation Method, Audio-lingual Method, Language acquisition, Communicative competence, Learner-centered approach, Real-world language use, Interactive learning, Digital tools in language teaching, Language learning methodologies, Teacher role in CLT, Task-based learning, Grammar instruction, Global communicationAbstract
The article provides a comprehensive analysis of the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach within modern TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). It traces the evolution of CLT, comparing it with older methods such as the Grammar Translation and Audio-lingual methods. The paper highlights the strengths of CLT, including its emphasis on real-world language use, interactive and learner-centered teaching, and its adaptability across various proficiency levels and learner contexts. However, it also discusses the limitations of CLT, such as its neglect of explicit grammar instruction and the challenges it presents in large classes or with students unfamiliar with communicative methods. Additionally, the article explores how CLT has adapted to contemporary technological advancements, integrating digital tools and online platforms to enhance language learning and communication. Ultimately, the paper underscores CLT’s significance in shaping modern language education while acknowledging the need for a balanced approach that incorporates both communicative competence and grammatical accuracy.
Downloads
References
1. Harmer, J. (2007). The Practice of English Language Teaching (4th ed.). Pearson Longman.
2. Richards, J. C., & Rodgers, T. S. (2014). Approaches and Methods in Language Teaching (3rd ed.). Cambridge University Press.
3. Nunan, D. (1991). Language Teaching Methodology: A Textbook for Teachers. Prentice Hall.
4. Brown, H. D. (2007). Principles of Language Learning and Teaching (5th ed.). Pearson Education.
5. Cook, V. (2008). Second Language Learning and Language Teaching (4th ed.). Routledge.
6. Littlewood, W. (2004). The Task-Based Language Teaching. Cambridge University Press.
7. Larsen-Freeman, D. (2000). Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching (2nd ed.). Oxford University Press.
8. Ellis, R. (2003). Task-Based Language Learning and Teaching. Oxford University Press.
