Question

What was the significance of the Direct Method in language teaching history?

• A. It introduced the use of translation in the classroom.
• B. It was the first method to incorporate communicative language teaching principles.
• C. It marked the beginning of the 'methods era' in language teaching
• D. It emphasized the importance of the teacher's native language in instruction.

Answer 1

Answer:

C. It marked the beginning of the 'methods era' in language teaching

• The Direct Method was the first officially recognized language teaching method.

• It shifted focus to oral communication and immersion.

• This opened the way for many later communicative and natural methods.