ICT and systematic steps in teaching and learning language in the classroom

Abstract

Systematic steps of language teaching and learning would enhance students’ capacity and accelerate language learning. This paper explained 8 steps of systematic process in language teaching and learning in the classroom. The 8 steps are (i) proper lesson plan, (ii) interesting set induction, (iii) lesson message with (iv)constructive responses, (v) group discussion, (vi) correction and additional input from teacher, (vii) assessment on teaching outcome, and (viii) conclusion/homework. These eight steps of language teaching and learning process would consider 4 pedagogical factors in its implementation; (i) creativity: to have the ability to produce, innovate and improve, it is a commitment to transference new knowledge and generates new ideas (ii) reflectivity: the system implemented should always be studied, evaluated and improved in terms of teaching, learning and school administration, it is the awareness of teachers in synchronized teaching and learning with students learning styles (iii) reciprocity: giving, taking and co-operating, teachers encourage participation among teammates in a collaborative way. Peer learning and sharing in groups will enhance self-directedness and value teammate's (iv) responsible: one's success would be achieved with the feeling of deep responsibility as in Sunnah of the Prophet SAW. Effective teaching requires substantial commitment to content and subject. Teachers must have sense of responsibility towards the level of understanding of the students. Responsible engages students with left brain. Once the systematic steps and using of ICT were applied in the systematic teaching and learning, the knowledge taught becomes more understandable and students could gain more experience and enable them to achieve the objectives of language teaching and learning in the classroom.