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S/EC/90. Grammar Translation Method: was it wrongfully discredited?

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2009
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The paper examines the principles of the Grammar Translation Method (GTM) used in the teaching of modern foreign languages to younger students. The reasons why GTM was discredited are outlined, the disadvantages and advantages of GTM are highlighted arguing that GTM should not be entirely discounted.

 

KEYWORDS: Grammar Translation Method, GTM, foreign languages, teaching, translation, communication,