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How does the direct method approach new vocabulary and phrases?
How does the direct method approach new vocabulary and phrases?
- By emphasizing the use of the first language for explanation
- By focusing on literary aspects of the language
- By using realia, pictures, or pantomime in real context (correct)
- By providing translation for better understanding
What is the role of the teacher in the direct method?
What is the role of the teacher in the direct method?
- To focus mainly on grammar and translation
- To be passive and less interactive in class
- To direct the class with students being less passive (correct)
- To emphasize the use of the first language for explanations
Why is the direct method considered as natural method?
Why is the direct method considered as natural method?
- It advocates for communication in the target language without translation (correct)
- It encourages translation between languages
- It emphasizes literary aspects of the language
- It focuses on passive learning through reading and writing
What aspect of language learning is primarily important in the direct method?
What aspect of language learning is primarily important in the direct method?
What was the focus of the army specialized training program established in 1942?
What was the focus of the army specialized training program established in 1942?
Which linguist used the informant method as part of the army training program?
Which linguist used the informant method as part of the army training program?
What approach did Fry's institute adopt for language teaching?
What approach did Fry's institute adopt for language teaching?
What is the primary focus of the audiolingual method?
What is the primary focus of the audiolingual method?
What is the natural order of learning according to the audiolingual method?
What is the natural order of learning according to the audiolingual method?
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Study Notes
The Direct Method
- Approaches new vocabulary and phrases through direct association with objects and actions, without translation
- The teacher's role is to facilitate communication, not to explain grammar rules or provide translations
- Considered a "natural method" because it mimics how children learn their native language
Language Learning Focus
- The primary focus is on spoken language and communication, rather than grammar rules or written language
Army Specialized Training Program
- Established in 1942, with a focus on language training for military personnel
- Used the informant method, where a native speaker worked with linguists to develop language materials
- Charles F. Hockett, a linguist, played a key role in the program
The Audiolingual Method
- Adopted by Fry's institute, this approach focuses on the auditory skills and speech patterns of the target language
- Primary focus is on listening and speaking skills, with an emphasis on mimicry and repetition
- Sees language learning as a process of habit formation, with a natural order of learning: listening, speaking, reading, and writing
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