COMMUNICATIVE APPROACH IN TEACHING ENGLISH: ADVANTAGES AND CHALLENGES
Keywords:
Communicative approach, teaching english, communication skills, real situations, student motivation, progress evaluation, language teaching, grammar and vocabulary, methodological strategies, interactive learning.Abstract
The article focuses on the analysis of the communicative approach in teaching English, which is oriented towards the development of real communication and interaction skills. It explores the fundamental principles of this approach, such as the emphasis on practical language use in real situations and the consideration of cultural and contextual aspects. The article highlights the key advantages of the communicative approach, including increased student motivation, improved ability to adapt to various situations, and flexibility in applying teaching methods. Alongside this, the challenges associated with the implementation of this approach are discussed, such as difficulties in assessing progress, the need for qualified teachers, and material adaptation.
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