A Communicative Approach in World Language

This course provides a foundational understanding of the communicative approach (CA) in world language teaching. We'll explore the core principles of CA highlighting the benefits it offers students. You'll gain the tools to implement CA activities in your classroom and identify the key elements of effective CA methods. Finally, the course will delve into creating a language-rich environment that supports CA by emphasizing comprehensible input and providing techniques for promoting student understanding. We'll also address methods for fostering a positive and encouraging classroom that motivates students to participate actively in their language learning journey.