DElEd in West Bengal

The objectives of teaching English at the elementary level according to Kothari Commission are as below. There are different views on the question at what level of schooling, the study of English, should be introduced. Some would argue that the child should, first of all, be required to study his or her mother tongue only

The general objective of teaching a second language in India, at present, is to develop an all-round ‘communicative competence’ with a mastery over all the aspects of language use, i.e., listening, speaking, reading and writing. These are called four ‘language skills’. The two objectives of teaching English according to NCF 2005 are- 1. ‘No teaching,

Language is a structured system of communication. Through Language people can express their feelings, ideas, wishes and so on. Actually it is a tool of knowledge through which one can acquire and preserve the worldly knowledge. Language is also the indicators of cultural identity of a community. Each language has its own culture and customs.

Structural Approach Communicative Approach Role of the Teacher The students too are active here, but their activity is not spontaneous or free. Their activity is directed and controlled by the teacher. They play as reactive role. The students are actively involved in the teaching-learning process. They are often engaged in pair or group activity. In

Difference among approach method and technique Approach Methods Technique Reflects a certain model or theory. This term is the broadest of the three (method, technique) A system that spells out a set of procedures or activities that have been chosen by the teacher in order to reach the course objectives. Plan for presenting the language

Listening skills are the skills you use to listen effectively and succinctly. This can improve their communication skills, as well as their ability to understand complex texts and concepts. Listening & reading are receptive skill some time known as passive skill. Study suggest Listening occupies about 45 per cent of the time adults spend in communication. This is

Writing skills are the skills you use to write effectively and succinctly. A good writer is someone who can communicate their point to their audience without using too much fluff and in a way that the other person can easily understand. Writing skills can help students build their vocabulary. This can improve their communication skills, as well