Content-based instruction

Content-based instruction (CBI) is a significant approach in language education (Brinton, Snow, & Wesche, 1989), designed to provide second-language learners instruction in content and language (hence it is also called content-based language teaching; CBLT). CBI is considered an empowering approach which encourages learners to learn a language by using it as a real means of communication from the first day in class.^[1] The idea is to make them become independent learners so they can continue the learning process even outside the class.^[1]

Historically, the word content has changed its meaning in second language teaching. Content used to refer to the methods of grammar-translation, audio-lingual methodology, and vocabulary or sound patterns in dialog form.

Recently, content is interpreted as the use of subject matter as a vehicle for second or foreign language teaching/learning (linguistic immersion).

^ ^a ^b Stryker, Stephen B., ed. Leaver, Betty Lou, ed. (1997). Content-based instruction in foreign language education : models and methods. Georgetown University Press. ISBN 087840659X. OCLC 807888212. {{cite book}}: |last= has generic name (help)CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)

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