Implications of Case Study Approach to the Teaching of English Language Teaching Methodology

Based on the understanding of the concept and major features of case study approach,this paper points out the advantages of applying case study approach in the teaching of English Language Teaching Methodology,that is,case study approach can help to change both teacher's and students' roles,to expand students' knowledge sources,to refine the learning contents,and to improve the learning effectiveness of the course and students' various abilities.Applying case study approach can improve the effectiveness of ELT Methodology teaching and lay a good foundation for the nurturing of qualified English teachers of Basic Education.