Communicative Language Teaching: Principles and Challenges

This certification-focused module explores Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), beginning with its historical shift from grammar-centric methods to communication-focused approaches emphasizing communicative competence. It delves into theoretical foundations from Chomsky, Halliday, Hymes, and Austin, highlighting their contributions to understanding language as a tool for communication. Core principles such as grammar for meaning, functional language use, and effective communication are...