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We use strategies-based
instruction (SBI); a learner-focused approach to
teaching that emphasizes both explicit and implicit
integration of language learning and use strategies
in the language classroom. The underlying premise of
the strategies-based approach is that learners are
given the opportunity to understand not only what
they can learn in the language classroom, but also
how they can learn and use the language they are
studying more effectively and efficiently.We believe
that each individual learner has his/her own
learning styles and preferences. Learning becomes
more effective where the learners find things out
for themselves, so we encourage and help our
learners to develop their own strategies suited to
their learning styles and preferences in learning
and using the language.
Our teaching styles and strategies
are made suitable to the learner’s learning styles,
which ultimately increase significantly the
effectiveness of their learning the language.
At the beginning of the course, learners are
assessed to identify learning preferences and
styles. They are then given guidelines on various
strategies of language and cultural learning
suitable for their own preferences and dominant
learning styles. This helps learners to acquire and
use language more effectively.
The initial language program is
designed to assist learners to communicate
effectively in the target language. The course is
taught in English and Nepali and includes coverage
of the four skills of speaking, listening, reading
and writing and a balance between communicative
activities, structure practice and grammar
appropriate to context. CLCT’s methodology and
courses expose the learner to real-life dialogue in
real-life situations from the earliest stage. This
helps to sustain the learner’s interest and to teach
language which can be used immediately. |
