AL 8255 - Task-Based Language Teaching and Assessment

3 Credit Hours
Description
Explores core issues of task-based language teaching and assessment (TBLT), with particular emphasis on pedagogical implications. Introduces TBLT ‘s history and origin, then considers components of task-based teaching, critically examining current research and practice. Students explore key components of a task-based program (e.g., needs analysis, syllabus design, task design, task sequencing, instruction, teachers, learners, assessment, and program evaluation).