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- Title
Humanism in Language Teaching: Roots and Practices.
- Authors
Bolitho, Rod
- Abstract
This article provides an overview of humanistic language teaching, focusing on its history and key concepts. It discusses influential figures such as Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow, who emphasized the importance of person-centered counseling and reaching one's full potential. The article explores concepts like active listening, affect, authenticity, autonomy, and choice in the context of language teaching. It emphasizes the significance of empathy and understanding the learner's perspective. The article also discusses how incorporating humanistic principles into teaching practices can create a more inclusive and effective learning experience for both teachers and learners.
- Subjects
SOCIAL constructivism; APPLIED psychology; HUMANISM; HUMANISTIC education; CAREER development; EMPATHY
- Publication
Humanising Language Teaching, 2024, Vol 26, Issue 2, pN.PAG
- ISSN
1755-9715
- Publication type
Article