Enhancing Communicative Competence of Undergraduate Students Using Communicative Language Teaching Approach (CLT) (Journal Article)

***______{For Hard Copy, Please visit Library.}________***

Abstract: English language teaching has been undergoing consistent modifications in terms of applying methods and approaches. With the rapid advancement of technology and its use in English classrooms, classroom activities, students’ participation and teachers’ involvement have also undergone many changes there by paving way for a cooperative approach to English language learning. Traditional methodologies focus on proficiency in different aspects of grammar and through controlled activities like memorisation of dialogues and drills, pair work activities, role plays, group work activities and project work. CLT emerged in the 1970s and 1980s when the attention from grammatical competence shifted to the knowledge and skills needed to use grammar and other features of language suitable for different communicative purposes such as making requests, giving advice, making suggestions, and describing ideas and emotions and so on. The present paper attempts to outline the main principles of CLT and its application in a language classroom. In addition to this, the research shows the role digital education plays in enhancing learners’ academic performance, enthusiasm and process of learning. The paper concludes with notable results that might motivate teachers, researchers and professional educators to employ the approach in their regular teaching.