1.Classroom instructions are conducted exclusively in the target language.
2.Only everyday vocabulary and sentences are taught during the initial phase; grammar, reading and writing are introduced in intermediate phase.
3.Oral communication skills are built up in a carefully graded progression organized around question-and-answer exchanges between teachers and students in small, intensive classes.
4.Grammar is taught inductively.
5.New teaching points are introduced orally.
6.Concrete vocabulary is taught through demonstration, objects, and pictures; abstract vocabulary is taught by association of ideas.
7.Both speech and listening comprehensions are taught.
8.Correct pronunciation and grammar are emphasized.
9.Student should be speaking approximately 80% of the time during the lesson.
10.Students are taught from inception to ask questions as well as answer them.