Methods/approaches

PLUSES

students are usually given relevant everyday vocabulary

pronunciation and speaking are improved

the learning is always supported by visual aids, gestures, etc.

MINUSES

reading and writing skills are not equally developed with speaking and listening

not every teacher is suitable - only native speakers or native-like

as grammar is taught mostly inductively, sometimes students might not fully grasp the meaning and usage of a grammatical pattern

PLUSES

engaging and motivating activities

students learn from mistakes

contextualized learning

lots of exposure => improving listening skills

MINUSES

mostly for beginners

requires a high level of training and language proficiency from the teacher

PLUSES

grammar is studied in context

better understanding of a word through translation

the comparison between the native and target languages simplify the learning process

a good start for those who has just started learning as they grasp better the basis of the language

good development of reading and writing skills

MINUSES

pronunciation isn't paid attention to

words are mostly learned in isolation

sometimes the literal translation of a word is impossible

much fewer activities that a teacher can use

listening and speaking skills aren't developed

poor students' interaction

PLUSES

pronunciation is developed a lot since it's in focus

intensive drills improve memory skills of the learners

learning is contextualized

MINUSES

students might not understand what is going on at all

lack of variety in classroom activities

poor students' interaction

poor development of reading and writing skills

too strict error-correction