Dialectic Method Greek was designed by T.C. Griswold, a University of Oxford alumnus and applied linguist. It draws on established principles from second-language acquisition research.
Principles
- Output and interaction — producing extended spoken language, and negotiating meaning with a partner, pushes learners to notice gaps in their own grammar and vocabulary.
- Zone of proximal development — tasks are pitched just beyond current ability, with support that is withdrawn as competence grows.
- Dialogue as thinking — the Socratic tradition of question, objection and refinement gives each conversation a clear structure and purpose.
- Recognised frameworks — feedback is aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines.
Our own research
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