A Hybrid Approach to Grammar and Communicative Teaching: Revisiting Betty Azar’s Perspective

This article examines the complementary roles of grammar-based teaching (GBT) and communicative language teaching (CLT) in second language acquisition. Drawing on Betty Azar’s perspective and key SLA research, it argues that grammar and communication are mutually supportive. Using the concept of interlanguage, the paper shows how learners develop accuracy and fluency through both explicit instruction and meaningful use. The review demonstrates that combining GBT and CLT leads to more effective language development. An integrated hybrid model, balancing grammar instruction and communicative practice, is proposed as the most effective approach for contemporary classrooms.

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