LESSON 4 - 17/09/2015

LESSON 4

Brief description about the class

In this Methodology class, the professor has taught us two different methods in second or foreign language teaching: the method used formerly but nowadays is still used “The Grammar-Translation Method” and one more modern used now “The Direct Method”. The professor has shown us all the characteristics of both methods, and he has asked us to think what the advantages or disadvantages of each method are. In small groups, we have done it and after a while, a member of the group has shared those ideas with the rest.

To end the class, the professor has shown us two videos with real examples of the old method “Grammar-Translation Method” and “The Direct Method”.

What I've learnt

In this class, I have learnt a lot about this two possible methods that depending on the circumstances, I really know I’ll use it in my future like an English teacher.

Also, I have learnt a lot of new words like: reflecting, targuet/mother language, grammar drills, study by heart, accuracy...

My personal opinion

In my opinion, I think it is very useful to know all these methods that we can use in our future. To know their characteristics and to check so how is the best method for each moment or for each type of pupils.

I had heard a bit before of these methods, so I think it’s very useful that the professor teach us them, but sometimes it’s very exhausted.

Also, with this group methodology in which all student talk and participate it’s a good method to improve my own pronunciation and to acquire new communication skills.