Crippled by Dogma
Mario Rinvolucri.
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Author:Mario Rinvolucri.
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Submitted/Published by:MET, Vol 12, No 4
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Year:2003
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Document type:Article
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Language:English
Description
Mario Rinvolucri critiques language teaching dogmas, such as Grammar Translation and the Direct Method, emphasizing their limitations. He shares experiences highlighting the negative impact of rigid methods on students. Advocating for an eclectic approach, Rinvolucri suggests adapting teaching methods to individual learning styles. He applauds educators like Sheelagh Deller and Seth Lindstromberg for incorporating a learner-centered perspective. Rinvolucri concludes by urging flexibility in teaching methodologies to better serve diverse student needs.
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