Grammar-translation Learning is largely by translation to and from the
target language. Grammar rules are to be memorized and long lists of vocabulary
learned by heart. There is little or no emphasis placed on developing oral ability.
Audio-lingua! The theory behind this method is that learning a language
means acquiring habits. There is much practice of dialogues of every situations. New
language is first heard and extensively drilled before being seen in its written form.
The structural approach This method sees language as a complex of
grammatical rules which are to be learned one at a time in a set order. So for example
the verb «to be» is introduced and practiced before the present continuous tense
which uses «to be» as an auxiliary.
Technology in the classroom There are various types of technologies currently used in traditional classrooms.
Among these are:
Computer in the classroom: Having a computer in the classroom is an asset
to any teacher. With a computer in the classroom, teachers are able to demonstrate a
new lesson, present new material, illustrate how to use new programs, and show new
websites.
Class website: An easy way to display your student's work is to create a web
page designed for your class. Once a web page is designed, teachers can post
homework assignments, student work, famous quotes, trivia games, and so much
more. In today's society, children should know how to use the computer to navigate
their way through a website, so why not give them one where they can be a published
author? Just be careful, as most districts maintain strong policies to manage official
websites for a school or classroom. Also, most school districts provide teacher
webpages that can easily be viewed through the school district's website.
