DEVELOPING COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE TEACHING (CLT) INSTRUCTIONAL MODEL FOR TEACHING ENGLISH IN THAILAND

Sumit Choephatruedi; Sasima  Charubusp

Authors

Sumit Choephatruedi English for Professional Development Liberal Arts, Mae Fah Luang University
Sasima Charubusp English for Professional Development Liberal Arts, Mae Fah Luang University

Keywords:

communicative language teaching, teaching english, communication skills

Abstract

While the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach has been integrated into the Thai curriculum for several years, educators remain uncertain about its practical efficacy. This study contends that, given the swift evolution of English's roles in non-native-speaking countries, where English serves as a crucial tool for communication, and the intense competition within the ASEAN marketplace, it becomes imperative for Thai students to enhance their communication skills in the contemporary landscape. The primary objective of this study is to advocate for a novel instructional model for Communicative Language Teaching (CLT). Emphasizing communicative feedback, competence, and engaging teaching activities, the study underscores the collaborative roles of teachers and students in fostering effective communicative language teaching within Thai classroom settings. The exploration begins by elucidating the significance of CLT in the core curriculum and addressing the state of English language education in international contexts. Subsequently, the study delves into a comprehensive review and analysis of key theoretical frameworks established by earlier scholars, aiming to spotlight the requirements, challenges, and potential benefits of integrating CLT. Finally, the study proposes a new CLT model that exhibits promising advantages for adoption by Thai students and teachers. It asserts that this model can be adapted to meet the diverse needs of educators and learners in various English teaching-learning environments and foster improved language proficiency and better preparation for real-world communication in ASEAN and global contexts.

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