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Module 7 Objectives of English Language Teaching
Aims and objectives of English language teaching
Now English exist as a second language and the aim of teaching English is to help students to acquire practical command on English. "Thomson and Wyatt said that Indian students should not only understand English when it is spoken or written but also should be able to speak and write it".
Thomson and Wyatt have told the four specific aims of teaching English. They are-
1. To understand spoken English.
2. To speak English.
3. To understand written English.
4. To write English.
Competence can be achieved if we give opportunities to our students to listen English news, conversation, etc. Recognition vocabulary of students should be increased to enable them read English with comprehension. The ability to speak English enables the students to communicate easily with the people around the world. Thus, all the four aims are equally important.
1. To enhance vocabulary
Sound vocabulary enables the learners to communicate effectively and appropriately in real life situation. With sound structured vocabulary, English can be used effectively for study purpose across the curriculum. Good vocabulary also develop interest in appreciation of literature.
2. Motivate the students
While teaching English students should be motivated by creating awareness about the importance of English language in different aspects of life. Students should be taught that English language is a window to the world. It is the bridge through which they could travel everywhere in the world. With the help of it they can explore immense world of knowledge.
3. Proper grammatical structure
The teacher should always emphasize on teaching students with proper grammatical structures. This will help the students to write compositions correctly using appropriate pronunciation mark and capital letters.
4. Provide linguistic competence
In the world today - so closely linked as a result of globalization - the presence of the English language has spilled over into virtually all aspects of everyday life. Consequently, it is essential for the teachers to highlight why English is such a valuable asset of all who use their unique language.
5. Imagination and creativity
The teachers can enable students to express themselves creatively and imaginatively. Proper use of language can increase students’ ability to use planning, drafting and editing to improve their work.
6. Use of internet
Teachers should create awareness amongst students that there are many English-speaking apps, dictionaries, videos, audios, etc. which they can use from internet. Learning English will help them to use these facilities easily.
Objectives of English language teaching
An objective is a desired goal that is trying to be accomplished. Dr. S. R. Bloom has defined educational objective as, " the desired goal or outcome at which instruction is aimed". For example, if a teacher wants his students to improve speaking skill, the teacher will have to try his outmost level for speaking skill. After all, the teacher must follow all his tactics for the improvement of a students. So, the desired goal of improving speaking skill would be the objective of speaking.
The objectives of a topic in English help in realizing some general objectives of teaching English. They are-
1. To be able to speak English fluently and accurately.
2. To think in English and then speak.
3. To be able to compose freely and independently in speech and writing.
4. To be able to read books with understanding.
5. To acquire a vocabulary of 2500 words.
6. Ability to use reference material such as Encyclopaedia, dictionary, etc.
7. To be able to talk in English.
A. The objective of teaching English has two main aspects:
1. Language aspect: Words, sentences, pronunciation, spelling, and grammar.
2. Literature aspect: Words, sentences, expressing ideas, feelings, and experiences.
These two objectives differ from each other as far as the class and age of students is concerned.
The Other four-fold objectives are-
1. Semantic related to understanding.
2. Phonetic- deals with the sound spelling and pronunciation.
3.Graphic- related to writing.
4. Phonetic-cum-graphic- dealing with reading.
B. The following abilities can be developed by these four folded objectives:
1. To understand spoken English.
2. Ability to speak English.
3. Ability to read English.
4. Ability to write English.
Of these the 1st and 2nd objective concerned to passive command over the language and the objectives 3rd and 4th related to active command over the language. Thomson and Wyatt have said, "Reading will render later progress in speech and writing, the ultimate use of language becomes more accurate."
C. The English teaching also has two objectives:
I. Skill objectives include:
To develop the skill of speaking,
To develop the skill of reading,
To develop the skill of writing,
To develop the skill of listening,
To enable the students for the use of grammar correctly,
To enable the students to analyze the element of language and stablished appropriate relationship among linguistic components.
II. Cognitive objectives include:
To acquire knowledge,
to diagnose the weakness of speaking and writing English,
To compare and illustrate linguistic components,
To classify the elements of English language,
To understand the meaning of prose, poetry, story and drama by reading.
Conclusion
Most of all, we should realize that delicacy of learning the language and should put in much endeavor to master it for a better future and a better tomorrow. Self-practice can make language learning quicker. That practice with interest and motivation is an independent exercise and has no substitute. In order to teach English correctly and properly English teacher must know the aims and objectives of teaching English.
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-1.1 Basic Concepts of Language Teaching
--1.1 Basic Concepts of Language Teaching
-1.2 English Syllabus and Coursebook
--1.2 English Syllabus and Coursebook
-1.3 A Brief History of Foreign Language Teaching in China
--1.3 A Brief History of Foreign Language Teaching in China
-Module 1 Exercises
-2.1 Learner Factors and Learning Strategies
--2.1 Learner Factors and Learning Strategies
-2.2 Effective Language Learner
--2.2 Effective Language Learner
-2.3 Learner Motivation and Interest
--2.3 Learner Motivation and Interest
-Module 2 Exercises
-3.1 Teacher Factors
-3.2 Qualities of English Language Teachers
--3.2 Qualities of English Language Teachers
-3.3 Professional Development of English Language Teachers
--3.3 Professional Development of English Language Teachers
-3.4 Reflective Teaching
-Module 3 Exercises
-4.1 Views on Language and Language Learning
--4.1 Views on Language and Language Learning
-4.2 Principles for English Language Teaching
--4.2 Principles for English Language Teaching
-4.3 Six Principles for Teaching English as a Second Language according to TESOL
--4.3 Six Principles for Teaching English as a Second Language according to TESOL
-Module 4 Exercises
-5.1 Approach, Method and Technique
--5.1 Approach, Method and Technique
-5.2 The Grammar Translation Method
--5.2 The Grammar Translation Method
-5.3 The Direct Method
-5.4 The Oral Approach
-5.5 The Audio-lingual Method
--5.5 The Audio-lingual Method
-5.6 The Cognitive Approach
-5.7 The Natural Approach
-Module 5 Exercises
-6.1 Communicative Language Teaching
--6.1 Communicative Language Teaching
-6.2 Task-based Language Teaching
--6.2 Task-based Language Teaching
-Module 6 Exercises
-7.1 Concepts of Instructional Objectives
--7.1 Concepts of Instructional Objectives
-7.2 Objectives of English Language Teaching
--7.2 Objectives of English Language Teaching
-7.3 Creating Instructional Objectives
--7.3 Creating Instructional Objectives
-Module 7 Exercises
-8.1 Concepts of Instructional Design
-8.2 Elements of Instructional Design
--8.2 Elements of Instructional Design
-8.3 Defining Instructional Objectives
--8.3 Defining Instructional Objectives
-8.4 Designing Teaching Stages and Procedures
--8.4 Designing Teaching Stages and Procedures
-8.5 Designing Classroom Activities
--8.5 Designing Classroom Activities
-8.6 Lesson Planning for English Language
--8.6 Lesson Planning for English Language
-Module 8 Exercises
-9.1 Teaching Pronunciation
-9.2 Case Study of Teaching Pronunciation
--9.2 Case Study of Teaching Pronunciation
-9.3 Teaching Vocabulary-1
-9.4 Teaching Vocabulary-2
-9.5 Teaching Vocabulary-3
-9.6 Case Study of Teaching Vocabulary
--9.6 Case Study of Teaching Vocabulary
-9.7 Teaching Grammar
-9.8 Case Study of Teaching Grammar
-Module 9 Exercises
-10.1 Teaching Listening-1
-10.2 Teaching Listening-2
-10.3 Teaching Listening-3
-10.4 Case Study of Teaching Listening
--10.4 Case Study of Teaching Listening
-10.5 Teaching Speaking-1
-10.6 Teaching Speaking-2
-10.7 Teaching Speaking-3
-10.8 Case Study of Teaching Speaking
--10.8 Case Study of Teaching Speaking
-Module 10 Exercises
--Module 10 Exercises
-11.1 Teaching Reading-1
--11.1 Introduction to Teaching Reading
-11.2 Teaching Reading-2
--11.2 Reading Teaching Techniques and Reading Strategies
-11.3 Teaching Reading-3
--11.3 Stages of Teaching Reading
-11.4 Case Study of Teaching Reading
--11.4 Case Study of Teaching Reading
-11.5 Teaching Writing-1
-11.6 Teaching Writing-2
-11.7 Teaching Writing-3
-11.8 Case Study of Teaching Writing
--11.8 Case Study of Teaching Writing
-Module 11 Exercises
-12.1 Integrating Language Skills-1
--12.1 Integrating Language Skills-1
-12.2 Integrating Language Skills-2
--12.2 Integrating Language Skills-2
-12.3 Classroom Communication and Instructions
--12.3 Classroom Communication and Instructions
-12.4 Classroom Management
-12.5 Student Grouping and Discipline
--12.5 Student Grouping and Discipline
-12.6 Questioning in the Classroom and Dealing with Errors
--12.6 Questioning in the Classroom and Dealing with Errors
-Module 12 Exercises