USING TASK-BASED LANGUAGE TEACHING (TBLT) TO IMPROVE ORAL PROFICIENCY IN BEGINNER FRENCH LEARNERS
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Keywords: Oral proficiency, French as a foreign language, beginner learners, communicative approach, speaking skills, language pedagogy.Abstract
Abstract: This study explores the effectiveness of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) in improving oral proficiency among beginner learners of French as a Foreign Language (FLE). Grounded in communicative language teaching principles, TBLT emphasizes real-world language use through meaningful tasks. The research employed an experimental design involving two beginner-level French classes over a six-week period. One group was taught using TBLT, while the control group followed a traditional grammar-based approach. Results show that the experimental group demonstrated significant improvements in fluency, accuracy, and confidence in oral expression. These findings suggest that TBLT is a viable and effective methodology for developing oral communication skills in novice learners.
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