沉默教学法(英语).pptVIP

The acquisition of the mother tongue brings awareness of what language is and this is retained in second language learning. The awareness of what language is includes the use of non-verbal components of language such as intonation, melody, breathing, inflection, the convention of writing, and the combinations of letters for different sounds. Rods, pictures, objects or situations are aids used for linking sounds and meanings in the Silent Way. The silent way Advantages Disadvantages Conclusion Advantages √ This method fosters cooperative learning between individuals. √ It embodies a new approach to education in general, a respect for the individual and an awareness of the individual’s extraordinary cognitive powers. Advantages √ If it is succeeded to teach the language by using the rods without repeating too much, it will really save time and energy for both teachers students. The advocates of the Silent Way claim that the short-term memory is used artificially but well. The self-esteem of the students will be increased and this will enhance learning. By this way students will say ‘I learned instead of I was taught well. Disadvantages √ It would seem necessary for a teacher to gain a good deal of training and skill in order to apply the Silent Way to the teaching of a total grammar in all its complexity, if such a broad application is, in fact, possible. Disadvantages √ This method can be benefited by the teacher only in small groups of students. The teacher can gain ability in this method by trying. The teacher is expected to enrich the materials on his/her own. √ For some teachers the rigidity of the system (no repetitions by the teacher, no answers by the teacher etc.) may be meaningless. Disadvantages √ For some learners, one limitation is the approach to language basics which begins with seemingly irrelevant discussions about rods and which involves silence and concentration and games with the teacher about meaning. Students’ expectations and need fo