Introduction Not new Called also Classical Method. Was first used to teach the classical languages. It was used to help Ss read and appreciate foreign language literature.
Case study Refer back to your book pages 11 - 15
GT principles Teacher goal: Ss be able to read literature written in the target language. Teacher role: the authority in the class Student role: do as the teacher say Teaching characteristics: translate from one language to another. Grammar is taught deductively.
GT principles S-T interaction: most of it is from the teacher. S-S interaction: so little. Language viewed: spoken language Culture viewed: literature and fine arts. Language emphasized: vocab + grammar. Language skills emphasized: reading + writing, less speaking and listening.
GT principles Student native language role: use it as translation. Evaluation accomplished: Ss are asked to translate written texts. Also they are asked to apply grammar rules. Teacher feedback: supply Ss with correct answers.
Techniques Translation of a literary passage. Reading comprehension question. Antonyms/Synonyms. Cognates: only useful for languages who have cognates. Deductive application of rule: grammar rules + examples. Fill in the blanks
Techniques Memorization: vocab, grammar rules. Use words in sentences composition