The Evolution and Effectiveness of Communicative Language Teaching: A Comprehensive Literature Review

Lingyu Yang

doi:10.54691/7e22k564

Authors

Lingyu Yang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54691/7e22k564

Keywords:

Communicative Language Teaching; Foreign Language Teaching; Literature Review.

Abstract

Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), as a pedagogical approach that prioritizes the practical application of language, has exerted a profound influence in the field of foreign language instruction both domestically and internationally since its theoretical underpinnings were established in 1966.This article summarizes recent domestic and international research on CLT, explores its theoretical foundation and practical application in teaching, compares the similarities and differences between CLT and other teaching methods, and analyzes the advantages and challenges of CLT in foreign language teaching. At the same time, the article looks ahead to the future development trends and research directions of CLT, aiming to provide theoretical support and practical guidance for foreign language educators.

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