Using Task-Based Learning To Develop The 10th Graders’ English Speaking Skill

Abstract

The purposes of this study were: 1) to study how task-based learning have an effect on Grade 10 students’ English speaking skill, and 2) to investigate students’ opinions toward task -based learning. The participants were 12 Grade 10 students at a secondary school in Ubon Ratchathani province, Thailand. The research instruments were pre-post speaking tests, TBL activities checklists and an opinion questionnaire. The three TBL lesson plans i.e., 1) Our Ideal Timetable, 2) Our Own Dishes, 3) Our Ideal Hometown were constructed. A t-test was used to compare the mean score between the pre-speaking test and post speaking test. The results of the research study showed that students’ English speaking skills were improved after learning with task-based learning and students had positive opinion toward learning English through TBL approach.

Authors and Affiliations

Pradpreeda Khienwong, Wachiraporn Kijpoonphol, Lugsamee Nuamthanom Kimura

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Pradpreeda Khienwong, Wachiraporn Kijpoonphol, Lugsamee Nuamthanom Kimura (2018). Using Task-Based Learning To Develop The 10th Graders’ English Speaking Skill. International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention, 7(7), 46-51. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-399242