This Q&A session follows Luke's dogme session at Exeter University, explaining the principles of dogme ELT. He emphasises minimal use of materials and a focus on conversational communication and learner-generated content.
During the session, Meddings worked with a group of intermediate learners, engaging them in spontaneous, real-life communication. He showcased core dogme tasks that emphasise interaction and emergent language rather than pre-planned lessons or coursebooks.
Meddings highlighted how such an approach can create a more dynamic and responsive learning environment, adapting to the learners' immediate needs and interests.
What is dogme ELT?
Dogme ELT is a teaching approach that focuses on conversational communication and emergent language rather than relying heavily on pre-planned lessons, textbooks or other teaching materials.
By focusing on these principles, dogme ELT aims to create a more natural and engaging language learning environment that adapts to the needs and interests of the students.
There are a number of benefits of dogme ELT, including:
high levels of student engagement and motivation
adaptability to different learner levels and needs
encouraging learners to think critically and use language spontaneously.