General Principles of Teaching and Learning English Language
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According to Graddol (2010),
“Throughout India, there is an extraordinary belief, among almost all castes and classes, in both rural and urban areas, in the transformative power of English. English is seen not just as a useful skill, but as a symbol of a better life, a pathway out of poverty and oppression.”
He further added,
“The challenges of providing universal access to English are significant, and many are bound to feel frustrated at the speed of progress. But we cannot ignore the way that the English language has emerged as a powerful agent for change in India.”
The national language policy for school education, the three-language formula recommended by the National Commission on Education 1964–1966, was incorporated into the national education policies of 1968 and 1986.
General Principles of Teaching English Language
Sound Priority
Sounds must be presented with proper expression and not in isolation. Intonation and rhythm must be used when speaking.
Controlled Vocabulary
Vocabulary should be taught in the context of real situations so that the meaning can be reinforced and clear.
Basic Sentence Pattern
The learners must first learn the basic sentence pattern and then the teacher should move on to the more complex topics.
Selection of Teaching Material
The teacher must select the appropriate teaching material to ensure the learners can learn with comprehension.
Motivation
Teachers must be able to motivate the learners so that they can learn with interest.
General Principles of Learning English Language
Imitation
Imitating native speakers and their way of speaking is helpful for learners.
Habit
Language must be acquired through a pattern of habits instead of viewing it as knowledge gained to pass the exam.
Practice
A language cannot be learned unless it is practiced. Hence, practicing regularly is a must.
Self-motivation
Learners must be motivated enough to learn English and put it into daily use.
Focused Attention
Learners must pay focused attention to what is being taught in the classroom.
According to the framework of NCERT (2005),
“English in India today is a symbol of people’s aspirations for quality in education and fuller participation in national and international life … The level of introduction of English has now become a matter of political response to people’s aspirations, rendering almost irrelevant an academic debate on the merits of a very early introduction.”
General Principles of Teaching and Learning English Language
According to Graddol (2010), “Throughout India, there is an extraordinary belief, among almost all castes and classes, in both rural and urban areas, in the transformative power of English. English is seen not just as a useful skill, but as a symbol of a better life, a pathway out of poverty and oppression.” He further added, “The challenges of providing universal access to English are significant, and many are bound to feel frustrated at the speed of progress. But we cannot ignore the way that the English language has emerged as a powerful agent for change in India.”
The national language policy for school education, the three-language formula recommended by the National Commission on Education 1964–1966, was incorporated into the national education policies of 1968 and 1986.
General Principles of Teaching English Language
Sound Priority
Sounds must be presented with proper expression and not in isolation. Intonation and rhythm must be used when speaking.
Controlled Vocabulary
Vocabulary should be taught in the context of real situations so that the meaning can be reinforced and clear.
Basic Sentence Pattern
The learners must first learn the basic sentence pattern and then the teacher should move on to the more complex topics.
Selection of Teaching Material
The teacher must select the appropriate teaching material to ensure the learners can learn with comprehension.
Motivation
Teachers must be able to motivate the learners so that they can learn with interest.
General Principles of Learning English Language
Imitation
Imitating native speakers and their way of speaking is helpful for learners.
Habit
Language must be acquired through a pattern of habits instead of viewing it as knowledge gained to pass the exam.
Practice
A language cannot be learned unless it is practiced. Hence, practicing regularly is a must.
Self-motivation
Learners must be motivated enough to learn English and put it into daily use.
Focused Attention
Learners must pay focused attention to what is being taught in the classroom.
According to the framework of NCERT (2005),
“English in India today is a symbol of people’s aspirations for quality in education and fuller participation in national and international life … The level of introduction of English has now become a matter of political response to people’s aspirations, rendering almost irrelevant an academic debate on the merits of a very early introduction.”
