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Direct Method
Focuses on students making direct links to concepts and words in the target language. -
Cognitive Approach
Focuses on oral communication. Introduced reading, writing, listening and speaking skills for the first time. -
Audiolingual Method
Learning is achieved by repetition of dialogue form material in the target language -
Classical Method
Uses mother tongue as the language of instruction with little to none of the target language. Focuses on structured and isolated words with little or no attention to pronunciation. -
Total Physical Response (TPR) - Asher
Language is acquired by creating real life situations in which the students combine speech (in the TL) and actions. -
Community Language Learning
Focuses on learning as a group and not on an individual level. Teacher is the "knower. -
Suggestopedia - Lozanov
Focuses on creating a comfortable learning enviorment while encorporating as much creativity as possible. -
Silent Method
Focuses on the learner, while the teacher remains silent. New material is taught through gestures and word repetition. -
The Natural/Communicative Approach
Introduces total immersion for the first time. Errors in speech are not corrected. Low affective filter is important.
