Grammar vs lexis or grammar through lexis?

      In this article, informed by the Lexical Approach, I reflect on grammar instruction in the classroom, including my own teaching, and make suggestions on how it can be 'lexicalised'. I consider the problems with 'traditional' grammar teaching before arguing that what we actually need is more grammar input as well as showing how lexis can provide necessary 'crutches' for the learner.

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      Traditional distinction between grammar and lexis

      Hello,

      I'm just starting the CELTA course in Barcelona and would like to know your views about the traditional distinction between grammar and lexis.

      CELTA Terminology

      Heath's picture

      I recall Teaching English had a collection of pages defining various ELT terminology, but I can't find it now, and I'm not sure which of the following it included.

      More about focus on form

      Dave Willis's picture

      I have just had an email from Ellen Maria Wright, who is about to work in Lithuania. This is the question that

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