Designing an online task-based speaking skills module for TVET learners: Enhancing learner engagement and interaction
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https://doi.org/10.37134/ajelp.vol12.2.5.2024Keywords:
online learning module, task-based language teaching, technical and vocational education and training (TVET)Abstract
This conceptual paper delves into the intricacies surrounding the design, implementation, and evaluation of an inventive online task-based speaking skills module tailored explicitly for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) learners. Recognizing the pivotal role of speaking proficiency within TVET contexts, the paper meticulously examines the hurdles encountered by TVET learners in honing their speaking skills. In response to these challenges, it proposes a pioneering approach that merges task-based language teaching principles with technology-enhanced learning environments. Employing a robust mixed-methods research design, the paper aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of the module's essential features, methodologies, and outcomes. Emphasis is placed on enhancing learner engagement, fostering meaningful interaction, and nurturing the development of speaking skills within the unique landscape of TVET education. Through meticulous analysis and evaluation, this paper endeavors to illuminate pathways toward enriching the learning experiences and outcomes of TVET learners in the realm of speaking proficiency.
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