CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -In the direct method, grammar of the target language is not taught for its own sake. It is a means to an end. Its aim is to enable the learner to correct errors in his speech and writing. Grammar is taught inductively.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Direct Method is based on the direct involvement of the student when speaking, and listening to, the foreign language in common everyday situations. Consequently, there is lots of oral interaction, spontaneous use of the language, no translation, and little if any analysis of grammar rules and syntax.

Detailed explanation-3: -Each method is based on different teaching approaches For example, while grammar translation method is based upon deductive teaching, direct method relies on inductive teaching.

Detailed explanation-4: -Direct instruction is where teachers use explicit teaching techniques to teach a specific skill to their students. This type of instruction is teacher-directed, where a teacher typically stands at the front of a room and presents information.

Detailed explanation-5: -And while the grammar-translation is taught using the students’ first language, the direct method uses only the target language.