Herrera, Socorro Guadalupe., and Kevin G. Murry. Mastering ESL and Bilingual Methods: Differentiated Instruction for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) Students. Second ed. Boston: Pearson Allyn and Bacon, 2011. Print.
Module 7 for UAB's EESL 630
19th Century Classical Instruction: Greek and Latin
Replaced by Subsequent Approaches
CHARACTERISTICS
Teacher-centered
Emphasis: L2 Rules & Structure
PHILOSOPHY
Learning Stages: Predictable
Behaviorist Perspective
Language Learning: Deductive, Structure-based
Methods
GRAMMAR-TRANSLATION
Focus: Reading, Writing, Grammar
Lacks: L2 Oral Development
Holistically-taught Grammar Rules
Accuracy, Not Meaning
Examples
Vocabulary Memorization
Text Translation
DIRECT
Focus: Total Immersion in L2
Lacks: L1 Classroom Use
Open-ended Responses to Content
Use of Realia
Examples
Drill and Practice
Rote Memorization
AUDIOLINGUAL
Focus: Error Correction, Drills, Repetition
Lacks: Extensive L1 Support
Sequenced Grammar Structures
Consistent Feedback
Examples
Mnemonics
Repetition
Kinetics
Dialogue Memorization
Communicative
Approach
Explanation
HISTORICAL BASIS
1960s-70s: Response to Grammatical Approach
Instruction: Communication and Social Interaction
CHARACTERISTICS
Student-centered
Emphasis: Meaningful SLA
PHILOSOPHY
Social Constructivist Perspective
Language Learning: Inductive, Meaning-based
Learning Stages: Varies on Interaction
Methods
SILENT WAY
Focus: Teacher Modeling and Reinforcement
Lacks: Content-based Learning
Witness, Describe in L2
Examples
Pronunciation
Word Flow
NATURAL WAY
Focus: Comprehensible Input
Lacks: Error Correction, Content Base
Embraces ELLs' L1
Examples
Initial Oral Language Production
Silent Period
SUGGESTOPEDIA
Focus: Relaxed Learning Environment
Lacks: Error Correction, Content Base
Explanations in L1
Examples
Background Music
Visual Aids
Conversation, Retelling, Role Play
INTEGRATED
CONTENT-BASED
Focus: L2 Development
Grade-level Instructors Collaborate
Contemporary Method
Examples
Thematic Units
Manipulatives
Heterogeneous Groups
ICB Lesson
Planning
Select Theme
Choose Relevant Topics
Create Objectives
Gather Materials
Arrange Environment
Instruction
Preteach Vocabulary
Build Background
Collaborative Learning
Integrate Literacy
Engage ELLs
Graphic Organizers
Learning Centers
Assessment
Formative Assessment
Summative Assessment
SHELTERED
INSTRUCTION
Focus: Grade-level Modified Curriculum
Scaffolded Instruction
Visuals for Meaningful Learning
Examples
Guarded Vocabulary
Cooperative Learning
SIOP Lesson
Instruction
Building Background
Comprehensible Input
Strategies
Interaction
Practice & Application
Lesson Delivery
Preparation: Content & Language Objectives, Materials
Review & Assessment
Hands-on Activities
SDAIE
Cognitive
Approach
Explanation
HISTORICAL BASIS
1980s-90s: Cognitive Research-Based
Instruction: Learning Functions and Memory
CHARACTERISTICS
Learner-centered
Emphasis: Explicit Learning Strategy Instruction
Metacognitive
Cognitive
Social/Affective
Target Content/Language Objectives
PHILOSOPHY
Cognitivist Perspective
Learning Stages: Staged, Environment-based
Language Learning: Inductive, Meaning-based
Skills Transfer
Methods
CALLA
Focus: Build on Prior Knowledge
L1 and L2 CALP Development
Developmentally Appropriate Level
Examples
CALLA Lesson
Preparation: Objectives & Standards
Presentation: Scaffolded Instruction
Practice: Collaborative Student Groups
Evaluation: Student Reflections
Expansion: Synthesize Knowledge
Cooperative Learning
KWL Chart
Word Wall
Discourse/Questioning
Herrera, Socorro Guadalupe., and Kevin G. Murry.
Mastering ESL and Bilingual Methods: Differentiated
Instruction for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse
(CLD) Students. Second ed. Boston: Pearson Allyn and
Bacon, 2011. Print.