Effects of Task - based Learning on English Speaking Abilities for Grade 7 Students

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                This study purposed to 1) compare grade 7 students’ speaking abilities before and after using Task-based Learning 2) explore grade 7 students’ perception towards Task-based Learning explores students’ perceptions of
Task-based Learning among Grade 7 learners at Bandonkloy School. A one-group pretest-posttest design was utilized, with thirty students participating in Task-based Learning activities across six sessions. The research tools included an English-speaking test and a semi-structured interview. Quantitative data were analyzed using paired sample t-tests to assess changes in speaking proficiency before and after the intervention. Qualitative data from semi-structured interviews were subjected to thematic analysis to elucidate students’ attitudes and experiences. Findings indicated
a statistically significant improvement in speaking scores post-intervention (p<0.05). Additionally, students expressed positive perceptions of Task-based Learning, highlighting increased motivation, enjoyment, and confidence in speaking English. These results underscored the efficacy of Task-based Learning for both enhancing communicative competence and fostering positive learning environments.