Trend Analysis of Task-Based Language Teaching Approach on Second Language Learners for Improving English Language Proficiency: A Review

Pages:158-175
Shazia Hasnain1 and Santoshi Halder2 (Department of Education, Aliah University, Kolkata, West Bengal1 and Department of Education, University of Calcutta, Kolkata, West Bengal2)

Task-based approach of teaching a second language is quite popular for improving the language skills of second and foreign language learners. The present study was conducted to understand the extent to which task-based approach has been implemented in different countries around the world and the age group of learners on whom the approach was applied. The study is a systematic review whereby 88 studies on task-based approach were selected and synthesized to find the trends related to the year-wise studies, the continents and countries where the studies were conducted, the type of studies conducted, and the academic background of the learners. The systematic review adds to the literature by providing an insight into the reasons behind the studies being conducted more in particular countries and on particular learners.