ESL ESL Teaching Methods & Approaches 2

Question 1

What distinguishes the Direct Method from the Grammar-Translation Method?

Accepted Answer

The Direct Method uses only the target language and avoids L1 translation

Answer

The Direct Method immerses learners in the target language by banning L1 use and teaching meaning through demonstration.

Question 2

Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) is designed to support which learners?

Accepted Answer

English Language Learners in mainstream content classrooms

Answer

SIOP provides a framework for making grade-level content comprehensible to ELLs while building academic language.

Question 3

Which instructional strategy involves providing temporary support that is gradually removed as learners gain independence?

Accepted Answer

Scaffolding

Answer

Scaffolding offers structured support tailored to the learner's current level and is progressively withdrawn as competence grows.

Question 4

In the Natural Approach, what is the 'affective filter'?

Accepted Answer

A psychological barrier that blocks language acquisition when anxiety is high

Answer

Krashen's affective filter hypothesis holds that stress and low confidence raise a mental barrier that impedes language acquisition.

Question 5

Which approach asks learners to engage in pre-task, task cycle, and language focus stages?

Accepted Answer

Task-Based Language Teaching

Answer

Willis's TBLT framework organizes lessons into pre-task preparation, task execution, and explicit language reflection.

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