Enhancing Speaking Skills through Task-Based Language Teaching in EFL Classrooms.

ABSTRACT:

This article explores the role of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) in developing speaking skills in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. It discusses the challenges learners face in speaking and the limitations of traditional teaching approaches. The study focuses on how task-based activities can improve students’ fluency, confidence, and participation. It also examines the impact of interactive tasks on learners’ motivation and communicative competence. The findings suggest that TBLT creates a more effective and engaging learning environment. The article highlights the importance of using meaningful tasks to enhance speaking performance in EFL contexts. Keywords:

Keywords: Task-Based Language Teaching, speaking skills, EFL, communicative competence.