The Positive Language Teaching Approach: Integrating Positive Psychology into Language Education

This paper aims to introduce the Positive Language Teaching Approach (PLT hereafter), an innovative approach combining positive psychology principles with language learning and teaching to enhance linguistic competence and emotional resilience. The approach is introduced through its theoretical foundations in the PERMA model, emphasizing its potential to foster meaningful, engaging, and collaborative learning experiences. After synthesizing previous research, the components, principles, and limitations of PLT are discussed. Critiques of PLT highlight challenges such as cultural adaptability, resource demands, and limited alignment with standardized testing and traditional evaluation systems. The paper recommends further research to develop standardized tools, conduct longitudinal studies, and examine the scalability of the approach across diverse educational contexts.