COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE TEACHING IN SECONDARY EDUCATION: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE

Abstract

This paper examines the application of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) in secondary school English classrooms, focusing on how it can foster communicative competence through authentic, learner-centered activities. It explores the theoretical foundation of CLT, outlines its key principles, and presents practical strategies for integrating all four language skills—speaking, listening, reading, and writing—into cohesive, task-based lessons. The findings suggest that CLT, when adapted to learners’ needs and contexts, can significantly improve language proficiency and learner motivation.