Exploring CLIL, CBI, TBLT, and PBL

AdultESL120 min

aligned to General Domain 1

Learning Objective

I can compare and contrast CLIL, CBI, TBLT, and PBL to determine when each method is most appropriate.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

6 min

Task-Based Language Teaching

Cornell Center for Teaching Innovation

Guided Notes

24 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • Task-based language teaching centers around meaning, where students complete a task or objective by the end of the class.

  • A strong task-based language teaching approach starts with a needs analysis to determine what students need and want to do with the language in the real world.

  • Task-based language teaching moves away from traditional methods like Present, Practice, Produce, requiring more planning and creativity but leading to greater student engagement and success.

Practice

36 min

12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Based on the video, describe a situation where Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) would be more effective than traditional fill-in-the-blank exercises. Explain why TBLT is better in this scenario.

Teacher Guide

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