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Direct Method

The Direct Method emphasizes teaching reading through speaking from the start, using real objects to aid understanding, and avoiding the native language in the classroom. It focuses on communication, pronunciation, and inductive grammar learning, encouraging students to think in the target language and engage in conversational activities. Writing is introduced only after spoken fluency is achieved, with lessons based on real-life situations and cultural understanding.

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Direct Method

The Direct Method emphasizes teaching reading through speaking from the start, using real objects to aid understanding, and avoiding the native language in the classroom. It focuses on communication, pronunciation, and inductive grammar learning, encouraging students to think in the target language and engage in conversational activities. Writing is introduced only after spoken fluency is achieved, with lessons based on real-life situations and cultural understanding.

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DIRECT METHOD

Principles

Reading in the target language should be taught


from the beginning of language instruction;
however, the reading skill will be developed
through practice with speaking. Language is
primarily speech. Culture consists of more than
the fine arts (e.g. lessons will be on geography
and cultural attitudes).
Principles

Objects (e.g. realia or pictures) present in the


immediate classroom environment should be
used to help students understand the meaning.

The native language should not be used in the


classroom.
Principles

The teacher should demonstrate, not translate. Students


should make a direct association between the target-language
form and its meaning.

Students should learn to think in the target language as soon


as possible. Vocabulary is acquired more naturally if students
use it in complete sentences, rather than memorizing word
lists.
Principles

The purpose of language learning is


communication (therefore students need to learn
how to ask questions as well as answer them).

Pronunciation should be worked on right from


the beginning of language instruction.
Principles

Self-correction facilitates language learning.

Lessons should include some conversational activity and


opportunities for students to use language in real contexts.
Students should be encouraged to speak as much as possible.
Principles

Grammar should be taught inductively. There


may never be an explicit grammar rule given.

Writing is not emphasized at the beginning; it is


introduced only after students develop spoken
fluency.
Principles

The syllabus is based on situations or topics,


not usually on linguistic structures.

Learning another language also involves


learning how speakers of that language live.

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