Vol. 3 No. 04 (2026): International Conference on Education and Innovation
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THE EFFECTIVENESS OF GRAMMAR-BASED VERSUS COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE TEACHING

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  • Ziyayeva Muxarramxon Nasimxo’ja qizi
Ziyayeva Muxarramxon Nasimxo’ja qizi
Independent Researcher

Published 04-05-2026

Keywords

  • language grammar, foreign language, communicative learning, GBT, CLT, pragmatic competence
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THE EFFECTIVENESS OF GRAMMAR-BASED VERSUS COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE TEACHING. (2026). INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, 3(04), 66-69. https://doi.org/10.70728/conf.edu.v3.i4.014

Abstract

This paper explores the effectiveness of grammar-based teaching (GBT) and communicative language teaching (CLT) in second language acquisition. Grammar-based teaching focuses on explicit grammar instruction and structured practice, while communicative language teaching emphasizes interaction and real-life communication to develop language skills. A comparative analysis of existing studies reveals that GBT aids in building a solid grammatical foundation and accuracy, particularly in controlled environments. However, CLT is more effective in fostering fluency, pragmatic competence, and learner engagement through meaningful language use. The research concludes that a balanced approach, integrating elements from both methods, may offer the most effective pathway for language learners, depending on their specific learning goals and contexts.

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