The Role of the Communicative Approach in English Education in Turkey
When it comes to learning a foreign language, especially English, the first thing that usually comes to students' minds is communication.
Most students want to learn English in order to speak and communicate effectively with others. However, lessons that focus solely on grammar often fall short in developing speaking skills. At this point, the Communicative Approach, which emphasizes presenting topics naturally within content, stands out as an effective and widely adopted method in English language education.
Classroom activities are designed around real communication to enhance learning. For instance, students ask each other questions to learn personal information and build social interaction. In this approach, the teacher plays the role of a facilitator, while students — at all levels (Beginner, Elementary, Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, Upper, Advanced) — collaborate rather than act individually.
In the Communicative Approach, it is essential for students to participate actively in classroom activities and work together with their peers. There are many English coursebooks based on this method. One of the most well-known is Face2face Second Edition by Cambridge. According to Cambridge’s official statement, the book “gives equal importance to vocabulary and grammar, with strong emphasis on listening and speaking in social situations.”
Many international English language schools prefer Face2face Second Edition due to its effectiveness in developing students’ communication skills. The book focuses not only on grammar structures but also on vocabulary, pronunciation, and authentic content in speaking, listening, and reading. It is especially popular in cities like Istanbul, where many language schools are equipped with advanced educational technologies.
British Time English Language School, which has branches in Istanbul’s Kadıköy, Mecidiyeköy, Bakırköy, and Avcılar districts, as well as in other cities like Sivas, has chosen Face2face Second Edition as its official coursebook. Since the main goal of young adults and adults learning English is to speak fluently and accurately, they prefer language schools that focus more on speaking and listening rather than grammar.
British Time offers free speaking clubs tailored to each proficiency level. In these clubs, which are held in a friendly and stress-free atmosphere, students have the opportunity to practice speaking on various topics with their teachers and peers.
The teachers at British Time are qualified and knowledgeable about the Communicative Approach. They do their best to create realistic and engaging content through role-play, games, idea exchange, gap-fill tasks, and information-gathering activities.
In conclusion, students attending British Time are highly motivated to improve their English communication skills. Therefore, the Communicative Approach continues to be a preferred and effective method for both English teachers and learners alike.
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