THE POST-METHODS

ERA
Kumaravadivelu
(2006)
 Characteristics of the Post-Methods Era

Focus on Active Learning

Contextual Learning
Student-Centered Approach
Application of Technology
Collaboration and Communication
21st Century Skills
Emphasis on Problem-Solving
 The Objective of Learning in Post-Methods Era
The objective of learning in the post-methods era
remains focused on providing meaningful and
effective learning experiences for students.
 The Roles of Learners
According to Toofal & Barjasteh (2018), learner is an autonomous learner
in post-method including two interrelated aspects of autonomy;
academic autonomy and social autonomy.
Post-method provides a situation that learner can identify learning
strategies, and styles by administering or having administered their own
language teaching histories.
Unlike academic autonomy, social autonomy relates to the learner’s
ability and willingness to function effectively as a cooperative member of
a classroom community. It provides teacher to get adequate feedback on
the areas of difficulty to solve the problem. It manages the advantage to
communicate with competent speakers.
In the post-methods era, learners take on an active and central role in
the language learning process. The shift from traditional teacher-
centered approaches to learner-centered approaches places learners at
the forefront of their own learning journey.
 The Roles of Teacher
According to Kumaradivelu (2006) cited by (Toofal &
Barjasteh, 2018) stated teacher in the post-method era is at
the heart of post-method pedagogy. Teachers add, adjust,
and revise the methods and approaches based on their real
classroom.
Teachers’ role is both didactic and facilitate and serves
primarily to mediate the coursebook materials
 The Roles of Material
In the post-methods era, materials play a crucial role in
supporting learner-centered approaches to language teaching
and learning. Materials are not seen as the sole focus of
instruction but rather as resources that can be adapted,
supplemented, and customized to meet the specific needs of
learners.
 The Roles of Media
In the post-methods era, media plays a significant role in
supporting language teaching and learning. Media refers to
various forms of technology, including digital tools, audiovisual
materials, and online platforms.
 Activities/Strategies in the Post-Methods Era
a. Collaborative projects
b. Problem-based discussion
c. Simulation or role play
d. Community-based learning
e. Independent research
f. Creative project
 The Strengths and Weaknesses of the
Post-Methods Era
The Strengths :
Students become more active
Student-Centered Learning
Creativity and Initiative
The Weaknesses :
Lack of Clear Structure
Time Limitation
Limited Access to Technology and
Resources
 The Application of the Post-Methods Era
Beginner Level
Elementary Level
Intermediate Level
Advanced Level
 Conclusion
The application of the post-method approach can
improve students' critical and creative thinking skills,
which in turn can have a positive impact on their
learning achievement.
 Recommendation
Teachers are expected to critically evaluate the
teaching approaches and strategies they use, and
respond dynamically to the needs and development of
their students. Teachers are also expected to continue
to learn and develop their abilities as effective learning
facilitators. The post-methods era is good to apply
because in this method the focus of this method in
students-centered, so in the class activities the
students are more active than the teacher.
Terima Kasih