English Language Teaching Methods and Styles: Theory, Application and Practice

English Language Teaching Methods and Styles: Theory, Application and Practice

by Almasa Mulalić, Nudžejma Cakir, Merdžana Obralić Cibiz

This book, English Language Teaching Methods and Styles, introduces readers to language teaching and pedagogy within the framework of teaching and learning theories, creative teaching practices, and the future of digital technologies. It purposefully guides language teachers, educators, researchers, students and, as well as a wider reading audience interested in language teaching and learning. The book is grounded in the novelty of merging theoretical and applied aspects of language teaching and learning, with a strong focus on essential concepts, methods, approaches, and techniques. Therefore, the book promotes the holistic approach and engaging language learning environments in the context of English as a Second Language (ESL).

The book begins with a strong theoretical analysis of language learning, emphasizing how cognitive, behavioral, and sociocultural perspectives shape language acquisition. By examining the interplay between innate human capacities and the social nature of learning, the book illuminates how learners’ backgrounds, motivations, and experiences influence their language acquisition. This holistic approach reminds educators that teaching is as much about empathy and understanding as it is about content delivery. Additionally, the book argues for the importance of adapting teaching to current language theories, teaching practices, and new technologies, tailoring language instruction to learners’ needs. Overall, the message to the readers is that the future of effective language teaching and learning will certainly depend on understanding learners, their unique characteristics, and the role of digital technologies. Chapter two, “Essentials of Language Acquisition,” introduces readers to the evolution of language learning from early nativist theories, such as Chomsky’s Universal Grammar, to contemporary frameworks that integrate social and cultural dimensions, and as well as digital technologies. This balance of theory and practice helps readers appreciate language learning not as a purely cognitive process but as a social experience deeply tied to communication, identity, and context. Once readers gain essential knowledge about the evolution of language teaching and learning, the book directs them further to the progression of language pedagogy by focusing on the applied aspects of key concepts in language teaching. From the grammar-translation method to the direct method, audiolingualism, and today’s communicative language teaching (CLT), readers gain insight into shifts in educational philosophy and methodology that continue to influence the modern classroom. The chapter, “Effective Teaching and Learning Models and Styles,” encourages teachers to critically evaluate and adapt teaching and learning methods to meet the needs of diverse language learners. The chapter begins with the Platonic ideal of teaching and learning, Bloom’s taxonomy, to more specific models and styles of teaching. By considering a taxonomy of instructional approaches, the book introduces readers to the qualities of effective teachers and successful language learners. Two chapters address essential questions about how language is acquired, exploring the habits, mindsets, and teaching methods that define excellence. On the other hand, chapters also tackle the characteristics that foster language acquisition, including motivation, resilience, and metacognitive awareness. The readers will have the opportunity to reflect on these two chapters, examining the never-ending questions of what makes teachers and learners effective. The book also offers readers insights into emerging trends of technology in language teaching and learning. The book explored tools and insights for leveraging digital platforms, multimedia resources, and interactive technologies to enhance engagement and achievement in language teaching and learning. Readers are encouraged to focus on the importance of intentional and thoughtful technology use rather than merely adapting technology in language classrooms. The last chapter of the book explores teaching research methods and academic writing, focusing on the importance of students’ research curiosity, research knowledge, types of research methods, and the process of writing research papers and journal articles.

This book serves as a practical guide and a scholarly resource, combining historical insights, research-based strategies, and forward-thinking perspectives. It is very useful source for teachers, researchers and students committed to fostering meaningful, inclusive, and effective language education in an increasingly interconnected digitalized world.

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Format: A4
Publisher: MAP
Published: 2025
ISBN: 978-9926-586-00-3

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