Abstract

With the development of the society, English, as a global language，attracts more attention. However, schools nowadays pay more attention to students’ academic achievements instead of their study interests. This thesis introduces the definition, functions and significance from the point of practical teaching in middle school English classes. At the same time, teachers should obey the principles of situational teaching method to apply it better. This thesis also introduces some ways to create settings and gives specific examples. Meanwhile, problems which remain to be further explored are also pointed out.

Keywords: situational teaching method; middle school English teaching; application; problems

Contents

Abstract

摘要

1. Introduction...1

2. Literature Review.1

3. Situational Teaching Method...3

3.1 Definition of situational teaching method3

3.2 Functions of situational teaching method.3

3.3 Significance of situational teaching method.5

4. The Application of Situational Teaching Method in Middle School English Class.6

4.1 Principles of using situational teaching method..7

4.2 Strategies to create settings and the application in classroom teaching.....8

4.3 Problems to be further explored..10

5. Conclusion.12

Works Cited-13