The purpose of this writing is to present one of the methods in teaching english as a second offoreign language. Actually a teacher will choose the best method for is /her class, howover it also depends on the needs of the class. There are many method that preceded comminicative language teaching it is known as CTL for short. CTL as a method teaching english as a second or foreign language arose because of the needs of the learns. CTL is the engagement of leaenrs in communicative in order to allow them to develop their communicative competence. In CTL the role of the teacher is really significant. One the roles is to lessen teacher centered classrom management skills. On the other hand, some teachers have a little burden if they do not get proper and adequate training. By using CTL it is expected that the classroom activities are going to be well conducted finally, the goal and the end result of the learning is satisfying for both parties, the teacher and the leaners.

kata kunci :
CTL, communicative competence