ALM (Audio-Lingual Method)

The Audio-Lingual Method (ALM) is a language teaching approach that emphasizes listening and speaking through pattern repetition and drills. It focuses on developing oral skills by practicing common phrases and sentence structures repeatedly, often using dialogues and auditory cues. The method relies on reinforcement, with correct responses praised and mistakes corrected immediately. ALM aims to build automatic language habits, encouraging learners to think and speak naturally. It’s based on behaviorist principles, stressing mimicry and reinforcement rather than explicit grammar explanations. Overall, it’s a structured approach designed to help learners develop fluency through sound and repetition.