Applying Innovative Teaching Methods in a Second Language Classroom

Journal Title: International Journal of Research in English Education - Year 2017, Vol 2, Issue 2

Abstract

This article focuses on the level of using creative teaching methodologies in second language classroom as studied by the researcher. A series of qualitative methods such as using newspaper, media, movies, interpreting advertisements, and creating Sandblot can be employed in the classroom in order to develop students’ second language learning ability. The article focuses on how teaching methodologies should be modified and used in the classroom appropriately by understanding the learning capacity of students and their learning interest in the classroom.

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Beena Anil

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  • EP ID EP365055
  • DOI 10.18869/acadpub.ijree.2.2.1
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Beena Anil (2017). Applying Innovative Teaching Methods in a Second Language Classroom. International Journal of Research in English Education, 2(2), 1-9. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-365055