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2.2 Research on Interactive Teaching Model in China
The research on interaction theory and interactive teaching started late in China.
In 1979, Professor Li Xiaoju introduced communicative approach to China.Communicative approach has transformed language teaching from grammartranslation to the way of communication. Researchers and teachers began to pay moreattention to students’ communicative competence and the use of target language.Since interaction is the core of communication, scholars began to study interactiveteaching model.
Chen Ying (1996) was an early researcher on interactive teaching. He thoughtthat students could learn knowledge by interacting with each other. After teaching practice, he fully affirmed this interaction and expanded the scope of interactionbetween students in subsequent teaching activities. This practice greatly stimulatedthe classroom atmosphere.
Zhou Ping (2001) put forward the application and relationship analysis ofinteractive teaching model among the various elements in the ClassroomCommunication Mode in Interactive Teaching Model.
Zhou Peng (2002), a master of Northeast Normal University, introduced in detailthe principles, characteristics, methods and significance of interactive teaching modelin his master’s thesis. He analyzed its theoretical basis in many aspects and brieflydescribed the research and development of interactive teaching model at home andabroad.
Xie Hong and Liu Hailiang (2003) analyzed the important role of interactiveactivities in language learning and put forward 10 interactive modes, such asteacher-student interaction, partner interaction and class discussion. Finally, therelationship between teacher’s role and active participation in interactive activitieswas analyzed.
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Chapter Three Theoretical Basis........................... 17
3.1 The Definition of Interactive Teaching Model........................17
3.2 Constructivism...................................18
Chapter Four Research Design.................................25
4.1 Research Questions..................... 25
4.2 Research Subjects.....................................25
Chapter Five Analysis and Discussion...............................30
5.1 Current Situation of Interactive Teaching Model in High School EnglishTeaching..............................