The teacher may not be a competent speaker of English. There may be limited time for language instruction. The teacher may be required to follow a text book and a curriculum that may not always suit young learners needs. The school system may require transmission teaching techniques which decrease student motivation and interest in learning. Principles of Activity Based Communicative Language Learning Offers learners enjoyable, active roles in the learning experience.
Students develop and practice language through collaborative activities with teachers and peers.
Learners are encouraged to use tools to develop and expand their learning beyond the classroom.