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methods, so I will help everyone point out the differences of the 2 methods to help
u distinguish and understand. There are two tables to help us distinguish. The
first 1 is about content and the 2nd is about the role of 2 theories
In terms of translation / grammar / language skills / language focus /
error correction
GTM DM
- Focus on translation. - No translation is allowed.
GTM DM
Teacher’s goal Appreciate FL literature Think and communicate
Error correction -teacher supplies the correct -teacher helps students to self-
answer correct
We can see that the both methods are opposite to each other. Weaknesses of
GTM are the strengths of DM and vice versa /ˌvaɪs ˈvɜːrsə/. Language learning is
based on 4 skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing, so both the methods
fail to create balance in the natural order of priority as GTM lays stress on the
last 2 skills whereas DM does the same with the first 2 skills. Therefore, they are
poles apart from each other. To help everyone understand the lesson, our group
has compiled a game to summarize what we have learned today and GN will be
the one to lead that part
The target language is the language learners want to learn, or the teacher wants
them to learn.
After seeing the demo /ˈdeməʊ/, we will surely learn many useful lessons about
how and why teacher teaches students like the demo or the example in ur
handout and I’m here to help you explain about it/’.
Can u look at the handout and read the principle in the column on the right
After hearing me explain about the experience, I hope that u will understand
more about the DM and next NN will help u get to know further information
about the principle
QUESTIONS:
1. Which of the following is a characteristic of DM?
A. Students learn vocabulary when they are translated
B. The role of the teacher is of great importance since he asks questions to
students constantly and encourages them to participate in class. (key)
C. Reading and Writing are the primary skills they need to improve
D. Vocabulary and grammar are equally vital