COMMUNICATIVE APPROACH IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING
Keywords:
Communicative approach, interaction, language teaching, learner-centeredness, authentic communication, English language educationAbstract
The Communicative Approach, often known as Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), has become one of the most influential methodologies in the field of English language education. It emphasizes interaction and real communication as both the means and the ultimate goal of learning a language. Unlike traditional grammar-based methods, CLT encourages learners to use the language in authentic contexts to express ideas, exchange information, and solve problems. This article discusses the main principles, historical background, classroom techniques, advantages, and challenges of applying the communicative approach in English language teaching. It also examines the teacher’s role, the use of authentic materials, and the importance of motivation and learner-centered instruction in creating meaningful communication
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