This document discusses the differences between approaches and methods in language teaching. Approaches are general assumptions and theories of teaching and learning from which methods are derived. Methods provide step-by-step guides for achieving teaching goals and are underpinned by approaches, syllabi, and procedures. Grammar translation is provided as an example of a method, focusing on grammar and translation, while cognitive code learning is given as an example of an approach, viewing language learning as rule acquisition and emphasizing individualized instruction.

1. APPROACHES AND METHODS
IN LANGUAGE TEACHING
BY ODERAY QUIJADA P.

2. APPROACHES METHODS
 They are general  Methods are underlying
assumptions. by approaches
(theories), syllabus
(contents), and
 They describe theories procedures (activities).
of teaching and  A method is a complete
theories of learning; guide that tells us step
from approaches can by step what to do to
be derived many get the goal or results
different methods. we are looking for in
our teaching practice.

3.  Instruction is given in the native
language of the students.
 Focus on grammar.
 Translation of literary works is
the main goal.
 The teacher does not have to be
able to speak the target
language.
GRAMMAR TRANSLATION IS AN EXAMPLE OF A METHOD.

4. COGNITIVE CODE LEARNING
IS AN EXAMPLE OF AN APPROACH
 Language learning is viewed as rule
acquisition.
 Instruction is often individualized.
 Learners are responsible for their
own learning.
 Grammar is thought deductively.
 The four skills are important.
 Errors are viewed as opportunities
to learn.

5. REMEMBER . . .
The only way to make wise decisions regarding
to our teaching practices is studying all the
available approaches and methods.