EXPLORING EFFECTIVE METHODS OF TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
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Key words: English as a second language instruction, teaching methods, Grammar-Translation method, Audio-Lingual method, Communicative Language Teaching , Task-Based Learning , language acquisitionAbstract
Abstract: Teaching English as a second language requires educators to adopt various effective methods that cater to the diverse needs of learners. This article aims to provide an overview of the most commonly used methods in English as a second language instruction, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages. By examining traditional approaches (such as the Grammar-Translation method and the Audio-Lingual method) as well as modern methodologies (such as Communicative Language Teaching and Task-Based Learning), this article seeks to equip educators with valuable insights and practical strategies for enhancing their teaching practices.
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