HOW TO LEARN GRAMMAR INDUCTIVELY
HOW TO LEARN GRAMMAR INDUCTIVELY
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.5502521107
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Palavras-chave: Enseñanza inductiva de la gramática, enseñanza del idioma inglés, desafíos docentes, motivación estudiantil, aprendizaje activo
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Keywords: Inductive grammar teaching, english language teaching, teacher challenges, student motivation, active learning.
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Abstract: This study explores the challenges faced by Mexican English teachers in implementing inductive grammar teaching methods and examines the impact of such methods on student motivation. Previous research, including Apolonio (2021), indicates that many Mexican English teachers struggle to adopt inductive approaches due to a prevailing reliance on traditional deductive methods learned during their training. This tendency often limits teachers' ability to effectively engage students using inductive strategies. Additionally, teaching methods can significantly influence student motivation, an important factor in language acquisition. To investigate these challenges, a case study was conducted at a public institution in Veracruz, Mexico, involving 16 college students enrolled in online English courses. An inductive approach to grammar instruction was introduced, contrasting with the students’ prior experience of largely deductive, passive learning. Findings revealed that students initially found the inductive method unfamiliar, highlighting the need for active engagement to foster comprehension and motivation. Teachers also reported difficulties adapting to and confidently applying the inductive approach in their instruction. The study underscores the necessity of providing English teachers with targeted training on inductive grammar teaching to overcome existing pedagogical constraints. It also emphasizes the importance of fostering student-centered learning environments to enhance motivation and language development. Ultimately, this research advocates for the development of optimized inductive teaching methodologies tailored to the Mexican educational context, aiming to improve both teaching efficacy and student outcomes in English grammar learning.
- Claudia Andrea Durán Montenegro
- María Guadalupe Talavera Curiel
- Alani Belegui Hernández Sánchez
- Erika Hernández Andraca