(*Review Article) The Integrated Application of Communicative Approach and Situational Teaching Method in Business English Teaching

Abstract

With the prevailing trend of economic globalization, Business English has become an important language tool for people to pursue international business activities. Business English is a branch of English for specific purpose, which is different from general English on teaching method. As a result, the exploration of suitable teaching methods is of great importance. The thesis makes a comprehensive summary about the distinction and the inner connections of Communicative Approach and Situational Teaching Method, analyzes the merits and demerits of them in teaching by reading the books and literature research on the subject, and comparing the collected materials. The Communicative Approach and the Situational Teaching Method can meet the requirements of Business English to the most degree. The Communicative Approach can inspire the positivity and initiative of the students, improve the practicality and purpose of language, and develop their innovating sense. As for the Situational Teaching Method, it is a good method to change the boring atmosphere of the class into a wonderful language environment. This thesis explores the integrated application of Communicative Approach and Situational Teaching Method in Business English teaching by taking the advantages of them to strengthen the enjoyment and interactivity, so then enhance the effect and quality of English teaching. The analysis and exploration of the application of Communicative Approach and Situational Teaching Method in Business English teaching provides certain reference significance in improving the Business English teaching mode, and even the whole English teaching system.