GRAMMAR TRANSLATION METHOD: EXPLORING ADVANTAGES AND DISAVANTAGES
Keywords:
Grammar Translation Method, language teaching, EFL classes, advantages, disadvantages.Abstract
The Grammar Translation Method (GTM) has been a widely used approach to language teaching for many years. This article aims to explore the advantages and disadvantages of GTM in the context of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classes. By examining the historical background, key principles, and practical implications of GTM, this article provides a comprehensive analysis of its effectiveness in language instruction.
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