The Silent Way is a language teaching method developed by Caleb Gattegno in the 1960s.
It is based on the idea that the most effective way for students to learn a language is through discovery and exploration, rather than being directly taught grammar rules and vocabulary.
The method is called "Silent Way" because the teacher generally does not speak during the lesson, but rather provides visual aids and gestures to guide the students' learning.
In a Silent Way lesson, the teacher starts by introducing a new concept or language structure using a variety of visual aids, such as colored rods, sounds charts, and numeral grids.
In a Silent Way lesson, the teacher starts by introducing a new concept or language structure using a variety of visual aids, such as colored rods, sounds charts, and numeral grids.
The students are then encouraged to explore the new material on their own, using trial and error to figure out how the language works.
The teacher provides feedback and guidance as needed, but does not directly teach the material.
The Silent Way method is based on the belief that the best way for students to learn a language is through active participation and exploration, rather than being told what to do and memorizing rules.
The Silent Way method is based on the belief that the best way for students to learn a language is through active participation and exploration, rather than being told what to do and memorizing rules.
It is particularly effective for teaching pronunciation and listening skills, as it emphasizes the importance of listening to and imitating native speakers.
