Agustinus Semiun Pengarang

ABSTRACT Learning English by using it in classroom context is in line with the theories of learning or acquiring language. Learning by using it is also recommended by present English curriculum and communicative approach. The use of English recommended as such is to create and promote interaction for such kind of learning. Creating English interaction during classroom instruction is providing classroom communication for students to learn English communicatively. Teacher in such interaction is a key factor for the interaction to occur. This article tries to reveal concept of interaction in relation to teachers' role accompanied by the use of English during English classroom instruction and it ends by suggesting tertiary institutions to produce high quality teachers of English and an independent training center to train the practicing teachers professionally. Key Words: interactive and English classroom