Abstract
Abstract
Many theories have been proposed for the best way to learn a second language in the classroom. Even more teaching methods and materials have been developed to implement these theories. But the only way to answer the question ‘what is the best way to promote learning language in the classroom?’ is through research that specifically investigates relationships between teaching and learning. We examine six proposals for second and foreign language teaching provide examples from classroom interaction to illustrate how the proposals get translated into classroom practice, and discuss research findings that help to assess their effectiveness.