When language teachers talk about methodology, do we all mean the same thing? For some, it may suggest a structured plan of how they teach, while for others, it might be an underlying philosophy, a set of classroom techniques or a mere road map that can lead to unplanned destinations. Nunan (1991) defines methodology as:
the study of pedagogical practices in general (including theoretical underpinnings and related research). Whatever considerations are involved in how to teach are methodological.
– David Nunan (1991:2)
He explains that methodology encompasses both . . .
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