15. Which of the following about Notional-Functional Syllabus (NFS) is NOT correct?
(A) NFS emphasizes forms over functions.
(B) Such functions as “Introduction self” and “Giving commands” can be covered.
(C) NFS was not a method at all.
(D) Notions are general concepts expressed through language.
統計: A(94), B(23), C(71), D(24), E(3) #42878
詳解 (共 5 筆)
Applied linguists and philosophers addressed another fundamental dimension of language: the functional and communicative potential of language. The speech act theory showed that we do something when we speak a language. We use language ( cf Halliday 1975)
- to get things,
- to control behavior,
- to create interaction with others,
- to express personal feelings,
- to learn,
- to create a world of imagination,
- to communicate information.
Besides applied linguists emphasized a teaching of language based on communicative proficiency rather than mastery of structures. instead of describing the core of language through traditional concepts of grammar and vocabulary, they (Van Ek & Alexander, 1975; Wilkins, 1976) attempted to show the systems of meaning underlying the communicative use of language. They described two kinds of meanings.
- Notional categories: concepts such as time, sequence; quantity, location, frequency.
- Functional categories: requests offers, complaints, invitation …
In other words, a “notion” is a particular context in which people communicate. A “function” is a specific purpose for a speaker in a given context. For example, the “notion,” of shopping requires numerous language “functions,” such as asking about prices or features of a product and bargaining.
http://www.myenglishpages.com/blog/communicative-language-teaching-communicative-approach/