Conceptual Underpinnings of Focus-on-form in Task-based Language Teaching
Journal Title: Asian Research Journal of Arts & Social Sciences - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Task-based language teaching (TBLT) which is often viewed as the strong version of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) is gaining burgeoning interest as an approach to second language (L2) learning. However, many L2 researchers are concerned that the heavy focus on meaning and communication is insufficient for learners to achieve native-like language competence. Thus, researchers have proposed the use of focus-on-form in TBLT, where linguistic problems are dealt with as and when the need arises. This paper provides a conceptual basis for the need to use focus-on-form in TBLT in the L2 classroom.
Authors and Affiliations
Lilliati Ismail
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP338604
- DOI 10.9734/ARJASS/2017/35850
- Views 100
- Downloads 0
Anita Garibaldi: A Brazilian Heroine in a Traditional Perspective
The overarching theme of the present paperwork lies in casting some light to the historic Brazilian character of Anita Garibaldi (1821–1849) in order to draw the public’s attention to the fact that this fictional writing...
Integrated Promotion and Regional Cooperation for Sustainable Tourism Development: A Case Study in Padang Panjang Regency West Sumatra, Indonesia
Tourism sector is the dominant sector in Padang Panjang Regency West Sumatra province of Indonesia. Local governments have a serious attention to make this sector as the basis for local economic development. The main pro...
Land Accessibility Characteristics among Migrants in Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, Nigeria
Aim: The study investigated challenges of land accessibility among migrants in Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, Nigeria. Methodology: Data were obtained through questionnaire administration on a Migrant h...
Investigating the Determinants of Child Malnutrition in Cameroon: Evidence from the Second Cameroonian Household Consumption Survey
Background/Objectives: This paper assesses the impact of household consumption spending on the nutritional status of children as measured by height-for-age, weight-for- age, and weight-for-height Z-scores, while controll...
Corruption and the Challenge of Boko Haram Terrorism in Nigeria: A Case of the Nigerian Armed Forces
The study examines the extent to which corruption in the Nigerian armed forces has been able to undermine the fight against Boko Haram terrorism in Nigeria. The study relied on the qualitative content analysis of seconda...