This method is based in the idea that language is a set of habits and involves a lot of teacher-led drilling, learning by heart and repetition.

Any forms that do not match the target language, and seem not to be progressing any further, their interlanguage

This method is based on is based on the assumption that language is for communication and that we lean it best through naturalistic acquisition processes.

Using activities involving information exchange and problem solving as a way of developing ability in language

explanation of grammar rules (by the teacher, in the L1) and translation of texts from and to the target language. It focuses on the written form of the language and more formal registers, and does not include very much communicative work

Emotional reactions such as self-consciousness or negative feelings that may influence learning

refers to the need to learn the language for material or educational benefits: to get a better job, or to progress to advanced study.

the accurate use of words and structures

the desire of the learner to learn the language in order to integrate into the community of speakers of that language.

The general ability to use language accurately, appropriately and flexibly