Task-based Approach in English Language Teaching and Learning

Abstract

Today classroom language learning and teaching is a more complex tack and a challenging job for language teachers. The may find ourselves in a position where all ICT technologies is create our disposal for example - computer, internet, video, etc. Though at some point, we may find ourselves in a place where even a blackboard is sufficient and effective tool for teaching, learning process of language. The present paper will focus on task-based approach in English language learning. At first, the papers will discuss the language teaching methods especially, the student / learner-centric methods in English language teaching. It attempts to state how task-based teaching lead to language learning It also tries to state how linguistic competence is developed and how it involves the process of understanding, thinking and stating com outcomes. The learners engaged in an effort to understand and express meaning in their target language. The learner. in a task-based classroom can get their meaning across by means of ungrammatical expressions with the use of task-based approach learners can achieve grammatical conformity in their use of Target language. In the present paper we will discuss the difference between various student/learner-centric methods. It will highlight the task-based approach in English Language Teaching + The paper will try to illustrate the Task-based Approach with the help of various tools used in the actual English language classroom. This particular method will be helpful for creating rule focused activities, form focused activities, meaningful activities and meaning focused activities. It helps to create more interactive groups of learners in the English language classroom. This approach tries to create interest and enthusiasm among the learners regarding the Target language. This paper intends to create resourceful language teachers in any kind of circumstances. It tries to bridge the gap between language study and language use. In short, the paper presents an effective learner-centric method for English language Teaching in real classroom situations.