THE VARIOUS METHODS OF TEACHING ENGLISH IN SECONDARY SCHOOL

Abstract

language education is a dynamic and evolving field, marked by a rich tapestry of teaching methods designed to impart proficiency in English. This comprehensive exploration delves into various approaches that have shaped language instruction over time, illuminating both traditional and contemporary methodologies. By scrutinizing the Grammar-Translation Method and the Direct Method, as well as delving into the Audio-Lingual Method, Visual Teaching Method, and Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) Method, this study aims to provide educators with a nuanced understanding of these approaches and guide them in crafting inclusive and effective language learning environments. The Audio-Lingual Method, deeply rooted in behaviorist theory, once thrived on repetitive drills and pattern practice without explicit grammar instruction. Its decline, marked by criticism and the emergence of more effective teaching approaches, has not eradicated its influence entirely. Remnants persist in contemporary language education, often relegated to individual lessons, though they continue to draw criticism for their teacher-centered and mechanical nature.