[agraffka]

I'm a student in the Teachers College. I heve to write an essay about something called 'eclecticism' but I hebe to idea what it really is. I'll be grateful for any help (links, hints etc).

[michèle 2]

Hi agraffka,
Eclecticism ( n )
Eclectic ( Adj) Not following one style or set of ideas but choosing from or using a wide variety.
"She has very eclectic tastes in literature"
first of all go to Wikipedia for details. it explains the origins of the word. Then it depends on the kind of essay you have to write.
When i was a student we used to write introduction, 2 paragraphs with examples and a conclusion.
Good luck

[susan53]

Hi Agraffka,
If you have to relate eclecticism to teaching, then what you probably need to be writing about is how to follow an approach which combines elements from a number of different methodologies, rather than just following one, choosing from them depending on the teaching situation , student needs etc.
This is a list of Google links which are relevant, and you could see also the podcast I did for Mark and Eric's ESL Teacher Talk

[agraffka]

Thank you very much! You've saved my life. I'm very gratefull for your help .