MODERN APPROACHES TO TEACHING ENGLISH: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF CONTEMPORARY PEDAGOGICAL STRATEGIES
Abstract
The landscape of English Language Teaching (ELT) has undergone a significant transformation in the twenty-first century, driven by rapid technological advancements, globalization, and evolving understandings of second language acquisition. This paper explores modern methodologies that have replaced or supplemented traditional grammar-translation methods, focusing on Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT), Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), and the integration of digital technologies. By examining empirical studies and theoretical frameworks, this article argues that a hybrid approach, which combines communicative competence with technological literacy and personalized learning pathways, offers the most effective framework for contemporary English instruction. The discussion further addresses the role of learner autonomy, intercultural competence, and assessment reforms necessary to support these modern pedagogical shifts.
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