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DIRECT METHOD

DIRECT METHOD. It was similar to that of Gouni’s series Method, that second language learning should be more like first language learning- lots of oral interaction, spontaneous use of the language, no translation between 1 st and 2 nd languages, and little or no analysis of grammatical rules.

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DIRECT METHOD

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  1. DIRECT METHOD It was similar to that of Gouni’s series Method, that second language learning should be more like first language learning- lots of oral interaction, spontaneous use of the language, no translation between 1st and 2nd languages, and little or no analysis of grammatical rules.

  2. Principles of the Direct Methods • Classroom instruction was conducted exclusively in the target language • Only everyday vocabulary and sentences were taught. • Grammar was taught inductively • New teaching points were taught through modeling and practice • This method copies the way children learn their first language. • The teacher uses the target language without translation or explanation. • If the learner is stuck, the teacher will demonstrate, use pictures or mime. • The Direct Method focuses on everyday communication. • The learner is not encouraged to use their own language in the lessons. • Concrete vocabulary is taught through demonstrations of objects and pictures, abstract vocabulary taught through association of ideas and concepts. • Mistakes are corrected by the teacher. • Learners understand culture on an everyday basis with the teacher.

  3. Example of a lesson using Direct Method: For beginners: • The teacher shows the class a photograph of a grocer’s shop to set the context for learners. • The teacher then acts out a scenario which will be familiar to the learners e.g. buying some apples and paying £x. • Using props, the teacher teaches vocabulary – e.g. using a basket filled with plastic fruits and vegetables. • The teacher then asks the learners to take on the role of consumers and encourages them to use the language in communicating with each other.

  4. For more advanced learners: • The teacher prepares the classroom as a “cookery TV show” and asks for two volunteers to be the demonstrators. • The two demonstrators are asked to empty their imaginary “shopping bag” and communicate to the audience what they have in their bags and what they intend to cook. • The teacher acts as the host and co-ordinates the two demonstrators while they “cook” and have a dialogue with the audience.

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