The comprehension approach to language learning emphasizes understanding language over producing it. It stands in contrast to the better known communicative approach, under which learning is thought to emerge mainly through language production, meaning a focus on speaking and writing.
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Core ClaimThe comprehension approach holds that a second language is best learned by first building understanding of the language, prioritizing comprehension over speech production, in contrast to the communicative approach's focus on speaking and writing from the start. 1 Connections
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Winitz H (ed.) (1981) The Comprehension Approach to Foreign Language Instruction. Rowley, MA: Newbury House.
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The comprehension approach to language learning emphasizes understanding of language rather than speaking it.
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The comprehension approach to language learning emphasizes understanding of language rather than speaking it.
In Approach: Natural Approach, Body
The comprehension-based methodology most commonly found in classrooms is Asher's Total Physical Response approach; Krashen and Terrell's Natural Approach has not been widely applied.
In Approach: Total Physical Response, Body
The comprehension-based methodology most commonly found in classrooms is Asher's Total Physical Response approach; Krashen and Terrell's Natural Approach has not been widely applied.
Developed By: Stephen Krashen, sections of the article
The comprehension approach is most strongly associated with the linguists Harris Winitz, Stephen Krashen, Tracy D. Terrell and James J. Asher.
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