To teach or not to teach grammar. (c2005)

Abstract

The debate of whether to teach or not to teach grammar has been of great significance in the language field. Nowadays, the teaching of grammar is being re-evaluated. Many researchers believe that grammar in itself is essential; it is the way it was treated that made it dull and ineffective. Therefore, the focus of this project is to find effective and motivating ways in which grammar can be introduced to students. The intent of this paper is to help teachers present grammar in a motivating way. Thus, this project provides teachers with a teaching kit that has a number of interesting and fun techniques to help students notice grammatical structures and apply them while communicating with each other in a relaxed environment. Teachers can adjust the proposed techniques according to the needs of their students. The provided kit is a guideline for teachers who are willing to innovate in the classroom and allow for continuous interaction between students.