Abstract

Although grammar instruction is a hotly debated facet of language teaching, a review of Second Language Acquisition, Foreign Language Instruction, and Educational Psychology literature reveals that inductive explicit grammar instruction is a viable method, which can generate positive learning outcomes. Studies have shown that learners tend to learn grammar more accurately and faster through explicit instruction. By utilizing inductive techniques, teachers can create a student-centered classroom that encourages critical thinking and problem solving, in addition to language study. With these principles in mind, I have created a series of guided discovery grammar worksheets, accompanied by the procedure and teaching notes for instructors, as well as sample lesson plans to illustrate how the worksheets can fit into a larger context. GUIDED DISCOVERY GRAMMAR INSTRUCTION 4 Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) Descriptors: English (Second Language) Second Language Learning Grammar Teacher Developed Materials Second Language Instruction Instructional Materials GUIDED DISCOVERY GRAMMAR INSTRUCTION 5 Special thanks to James Stakenburg, my first teacher trainer, for introducing me to the idea of guided discovery handouts; Carla Fang, for encouraging me to begin this project; and Ray Clark, for providing me with useful feedback during the writing process. GUIDED DISCOVERY GRAMMAR INSTRUCTION 6