English Language
Teaching Methods

Project based learning

Task based learning

PRE-TASK

We introduce the task to the students, and get them excited for the task

Set the expectations for the task

TASK CIRCLE

Small groups or pairs are good, rather than a bigger group

We'll be monitoring what students do.

The focus of this stage is fluency - using the language to communicate.

They need to plan how they are going to report it to the rest of the class or to other groups

POST-TASK

Students evaluate their performance

It can also involve feedback provided by the teacher.

Total Physical Response

Students actively use both the left and right sides of their brains

It works with both small and large groups

It sharpens students’ listening skills

Students will appreciate the change of pace and potential for humor

Collaborative Learning/ Cooperative Learning

Collaborative Learning

The activity is not monitored by the teacher (although they can help when assistance is requested by the group)

Students assess their own individual and group performance

Students organise their efforts between themselves

Cooperative Learning

Activities are structured with each student assigned a specific role (teacher-structured)

Teachers observe, listen and intervene where necessary

Students submit work at the end of lesson for evaluation/assessment

Content Based Intruction

Presentation Practice Production

PRESENTATION

This is where the language is introduced, or ‘presented’ to the learners introducing a context or situation.

The teacher must be sure students understand the context.

PRACTICE

Students use the language in a controlled way

The aim of this stage is accuracy.

PRODUCTION

Language is used in a more open way

The focus of this stage is using the language as fluently and naturally as possible