What is The Silent Way? The Silent Way is a language teaching method developed by Caleb Gattegno in the 1970s that emphasizes learner autonomy and minimal teacher talk. The method is based on the idea…

Language Teachers react to a demonstration of a Silent Way Lesson by @donaldecherry . We give our expert opinion on the teaching in this (https://www.youtube.com/user/donaldecherry) example TSW class.

What is the Suggestopedia Teaching Method? Suggestopedia is a 1970s teaching method that uses suggestion and psycho-physiology to create a relaxed and motivating environment for language learning. The method aims to help learners overcome psychological blocks and tap into their unconscious resources for learning. The teacher uses a variety of techniques, including drama, storytelling, and positive suggestion, to create an atmosphere of positive expectations and to encourage students to believe in their ability to learn the target language.

Language Teachers react to a demonstration of a Suggestopedia class from  @SUNTOP5  (https://youtu.be/kNGUGqdwONw). We give our expert opinion on the teaching in this example lesson.

Community Language Learning (CLL) is a student-centered teaching method that promotes language learning through interactive communication within a supportive community setting.

Language Teachers react to a demonstration of an adult Total Physical Response class. We give our expert opinion on the teaching in this example TPR lesson for adults.

What is the total physical response method? Total Physical Response (TPR) is a language teaching method that uses physical movement and gestures to facilitate language learning. It involves the teacher giving commands in the target…

What is the Audio Lingual Method (ALM)? The Audio-Lingual Method, also known as the Army Method or New Key, is a teaching method for foreign languages that emphasizes the use of repetitive drills and patterns…

Language Teachers react to a demonstration of an Audio-Lingual Method Lesson. We give our expert opinions on the teaching in this real example of a ALM class.

The Direct Method, also known as the Natural Method, is a language teaching approach that stresses the use of the target language for instruction. It relies on immersion in real-life situations rather than analyzing grammar rules or translation. The teacher uses only the target language and prioritizes speaking and listening over reading and writing.