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Навчальний проект: Task Based LearningWhat is Task Based Learning? Task Based Learning (TBL) is such a method of teaching language, where the main focus is done on the learner, his or her activity. This method puts the learner into the real-life situation where he (she) must solve the task using communication. So that we use language as a tool for completing the task. “TASKS are activities where the target language is used by the learner for a communicative
purpose (goal) in order to achieve an outcome” As defined by Willis. That means a task can
be anything from doing a puzzle to making an airline reservation.
The Theme of the Project: The Task Based Learning method as a contemporary approach in teaching English (in teaching such topics as "Food. Shopping" and "Giving Directions")
Aims:
Tasks (general and specific according to the communicative topics):
Anticipated results (general and specific according to the communicative topics):
Age group: learners of the 6 - 7th forms Stages of work on the Project: 1. The preparatory stage: the analysis of the information resources according to the theme of the Project. 2. The organization stage: studying of peculiarities of TBL method in the frame of some topics. 3. The practical stage: practical usage of TBL method at the lessons of the 6 - 7th forms while studying the topics "Food. Shopping" and "Giving directions". Regular monitoring of the students' knowledge. Presentation of positive results. 4. The correcting stage: analysis and correction of the process. 5. Summarizing of the pedagogical experiences.
The information resources:
Brief description of TBL method: As any method of teaching TBL has both advantages and disadvantages. As for advantages, we can mention that:
As for disadvantages, it can be said that:
But we can use it as an element of the lesson. TBL has its structure that must be followed. The Pre - Task must supply words, phrases, ideas to support a learner while doing the task. It can be
Task must facilitate the process where each learner can activate his or her own knowledge, experience, etc. Learners begin by carrying out a communication task, using whatever language they already have, in pairs or groups. A task is a goal-oriented activity in which learners achieve a real outcome. According to Willis, (1996, pp 26-28), there are six main types of task: 1. Listing 2. Ordering and sorting 3. Comparing 4. Problem solving 5. Sharing personal experiences 6. Creative tasks The Post - Task is very important. During this stage
To fully understand what makes up the heart and soul of a Task Based language learning lesson, a framework of its characteristics needs to be outlined. D. Nusan identified five characteristics of a TBLL lesson, they are:
And now let's see how this method can be used at the lesson. The topic: Around the city. Giving directions. Pre - Task Stage Learners are shown the pictures of different buildings. So that they have to remember the names of these buildings and continue the list by adding more information. During this stage learners activate previous knowledge. Task Stage During this stage learners are divided into groups. Each group receives the task. Communicating and discussing they solve this task. While communicating learners make a list of questions and instructions. Then they represent their work. It is discussed, mistakes must be corrected and analysed. Post - Task Stage After presentation learners are asked to make pairs and go through the task once more using the phrases written while doing Task. One learner is a stranger, another is a citizen. So that they can use gained knowledge in a real-life situation. The topic "Around the city. Giving Directions"
Pre - Task Stage Learners are shown the pictures.
Task Stage
While communicating learners solve the task (ordering and matching), and then write down their stories (creative task). Post - Task Stage At this stage learners read their stories, teacher corrects mistakes. They all together analyse the story and useful phrases (description of a person, giving direction) that can be used in it. After that learners come back to the story and to the dialogue between two men. Their task is to repeat this conversation once more. The Topic "Food. Shopping"
Pre - Task Stage Learners are shown the pictures of different food products to activate their knowledge about the topic.
Task Stage
Learners are divided into some groups. Each group thinks over the task asking questions each other, making list of dishes and list of products they need. Then they must match these products to the kinds of shops where they can go shopping. After that they must share their experience of shopping: how to ask for the help, how to buy something. Post - Task Stage Groups represent their lists telling why they want to cook these dishes and what they need for it. While working the class pick up all useful words and phrases that can be used in communication. Then they come back to the task and show in dialogues how they prepare Christmas dinner in the family. Look at some other kinds of Tasks that can be used at the lessons. Some tips and recommendations as for using Task Based Learning method.
The pluses (advantages) of the method:
The minuses (disadvantages) of the method:
The list of qualities required from the learners:
The list of qualities required from the teachers:
In some way, we can say that this method (Task Based Learning) can't be fully used in Ukrainian schools. Strict text-books, program requirements and time - limit influence on the way we use this method. But anyway we can speak about applying of this method (or some its elements) into teaching English.
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