USING ESA, TBLT, CLT, BLENDED LEARNING, AND FLIPPED CLASSROOM METHODS IN TEACHING ENGLISH

Abstract

This article examines the application of five innovative methods in English language teaching: Engage–Study–Activate (ESA), Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT), Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), blended learning, and the flipped classroom approach. The study analyzes both theoretical foundations and classroom practices, comparing traditional instruction with modern learner-centered methodologies. Findings show that these approaches improve learner motivation, autonomy, and communicative competence, while also promoting critical thinking and long-term retention. The integration of digital technologies in blended and flipped models enhances accessibility and learner engagement. The article concludes that combining these methods creates a comprehensive pedagogical framework aligned with the needs of 21st-century learners.