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• IMPACT OF TASK-BASED LANGUAGE TEACHING (TBLT) ON WRITING SKILLS IN RELATION TO DIVERGENT PRODUCTION ABILITY AND SELF-ESTEEM OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS (2026) · ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts · doi

  1) 2) The experiment will be confined to duration of treatment i.e. 40 days. Students will follow the task, which will cover the content matter from English book of graduation 1st year Prescribed by Himachal Pradesh university Shimla (as a regular English curriculum). The data will be collected from Government degree college Jawali, District Kangra, Himachal Pradesh. The data will be delimitated on stream only. The data will be delimitated on 90 students on 11. SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE RESEARCH 3) 4) 5) The present study offers important insights into the effectiveness of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) in enhancing undergraduate writing skills; however, several avenues for further research remain. Future investigations should employ larger and more diverse samples across institutions and regions to strengthen generalizability, while longitudinal designs may help examine the sustainability of learning outcomes. Incorporating additional psychological variables such as motivation, anxiety, resilience, and academic self-concept could provide a more comprehensive understanding of learner differences. Comparative analyses with alternative pedagogical approaches, including project- based, blended, and flipped learning, would further clarify the relative effectiveness of TBLT. Moreover, extending research to other language skills and integrating technology-enhanced task-based instruction may reveal broader pedagogical implications. Qualitative methodologies, such as interviews and classroom observations, can enrich understanding of learner experiences, while cross-cultural studies may offer valuable insights into the contextual adaptability of TBLT. CONFLICT OF INTERESTS None. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS None. REFERENCES Alasal, S. (2025). Task-based language teaching and the development of communicative competence. Journal of TESOL Studies, 14(1), 45–60. Anito, J. C., Reyes, M. L., & Dizon, G. I. (2025). Effects of task-based language teaching on improving Grade 11 students' essay writing skills. Asian Journal of Applied Linguistics, 12(1), 33–48. https://doi.org/10.17507/jltr.1601.03 Bandura, A. (1997). Self-efficacy: The exercise of control. Freeman. Cao-wat, K. C., Invierno, B., & Manuel, J. (2026). Bridging Local Standards and Global Competencies: Assessing Contact Center Skills Based on Tesda Nc Ii Framework. ShodhGyan-NU: Journal of Literature and Culture Studies, 4(1), 61–67. https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhgyan.v4.i1.2026.89 Ellis, R. (2003). Task-based language learning and teaching. Oxford University Press. https://doi.org/10.65961/AJELT- 2003-1-009 Elmahdi, I. (2016). The impact of task-based approach on EFL learners' performance. Journal of English Language Teaching, 9(3), 45–58. Huong, T. T. (2021). The effects of task-based language teaching on writing achievement at a Vietnamese high school. International Journal of Instruction, 14(3), 563–580. Johnson, M. D. (2024). Task based language teaching and L2 writing: The performance development divide. Language Teaching Research Quarterly, 12(1), 45–62. Khan, R. M. I., Radzuan, N. R. M., & Shahbaz, M. (2021). A comparative study of task-based and traditional approaches. ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts International Journal of Instruction, 14(2), 101–118. 12 Shivani Choudhary, Dr. Sarla Nirankari, and Dr. Vikas Sharma Li, Y. (2023). A review of studies on task-based language learning. Journal of Language Teaching and Research, 14(1), 1– 10. Nunan, D. (2004). Task-based language teaching.

  generallimitationsevidence 5/5
  Keywords: based task language teaching journal writing skills learning students english tblt instruction https himachal pradesh
• Motivation, Exposure, Speaking Anxiety and Learning Strategies as Predictors of English Language Skills and Overall Proficiency among the First Cycle Agronomy Students at Beni Higher Education (2026) · European Journal of Linguistics · doi

  Based on the findings, the study recommends that English language instruction at the first cycle level adopt a balanced, skill-integrated approach. Pedagogical interventions should prioritize enhancing student’s motivation, increasing meaningful exposure to the English language, reducing speaking anxiety and explicitly teaching using effective learning strategies. Given the strong influence of speaking, communicative and interactive classroom practices should be emphasized, while sustained support for reading and writing development should not be neglected. Finally, future research should employ longitudinal or experimental design to establish causal relationships and explore additional factors influencing literacy-based skills.

  generalrecommendationsevidence 5/5
  Keywords: based english language speaking recommends instruction first cycle level adopt balanced skill integrated approach pedagogical
• Reframing Vocabulary Learning in Rural EFL Education: Memrise-Assisted Project-Based Learning and Student Engagement in Indonesia (2026) · Foreign Language Instruction Probe · doi

  Numerous constraints must be recognized. The study was conducted in a singular rural secondary school, which constrains larger generalization. The intervention was executed over two action cycles, complicating the assessment of long-term language retention. The study largely concentrated on vocabulary mastery and engagement, neglecting a thorough examination of other language outcomes, such as speaking fluency or writing accuracy. Fourth, students' access to smartphones and internet connectivity varied, potentially impacting their involvement and performance. Future research may encompass bigger and more heterogeneous samples, compare rural and urban educational settings, analyze delayed post-test outcomes, and explore the impact of Memrise-assisted Project-Based Learning on productive abilities, including speaking and writing. Longitudinal and quasi-experimental approaches would elucidate the sustainability and applicability of the intervention. This study illustrates that vocabulary acquisition in rural EFL education can be effectively restructured by the incorporation of gamified mobile learning and project- based pedagogy. Memrise offered repetitive, multimodal vocabulary exposure, but PjBL converted lexical knowledge into collaborative and contextual application. The study's value resides in enhanced vocabulary outcomes and its illustration that digital innovation is most effective when integrated with reflective instruction, contextual awareness, and substantive classroom interaction.

  generallimitationsevidence 5/5
  Keywords: vocabulary rural outcomes intervention language speaking writing memrise project based learning contextual numerous constraints must
• English Language Proficiency as Linguistic Capital: A Mixed-Methods Study of Social Stratification among University Students in Postcolonial Bangladesh (2026) · European Journal of English Language Studies · doi

  students. This study had a few limitations. First, the sample size was limited to only a group of Bangladeshi university students, which might not accurately reflect the wider population in both rural and urban educational settings. Additionally, the study depended on individuals' own views about their English skills and the social effects, which can lead to some bias in the responses. Although the qualitative insights added richness to the results, the absence of long-term data makes it difficult to observe shifts in English language attitudes over time. Finally, institutional factors, such as variations in curriculum design, teacher proficiency, and resource availability, were not extensively explored, which could influence students’ experiences with English language education. Such restrictions influence the generalizability and causal interpretability of results. Self-reported proficiency might introduce measurement error and the cross-sectional design does not allow one to follow attitude change over time. Future studies need to adopt longitudinal designs, combine self- reports with standardized measures, oversample non-representative groups, and employ institutional case studies to test particular pedagogical variables.

  generallimitationsevidence 5/5
  Keywords: students english language time institutional design proficiency influence self limitations first sample size limited group
• Error Analysis on the Reflective Essays of Grade 11 Students in Albay Division (2026) · Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) · doi

  English teachers should provide sustained instruction in subject–verb agreement, sentence boundaries, punctuation, capitalization, spelling, and reflective essay organization through guided modeling, editing exercises, and frequent short writing tasks. Mauraro High School and the Schools Division of Albay may pilot and refine WAYS through classroom use, monitor students’ subsequent written outputs, and integrate suitable lessons into writing programs and learning action sessions. Students should be given regular opportunities to use the materials independently and to receive timely, specific feedback. Future researchers may evaluate the effectiveness of WAYS through pretest–posttest or mixed-method designs, examine changes in writing accuracy over time, and adapt the intervention for other grade levels and school contexts.

  generalrecommendationsevidence 5/5
  Keywords: writing school ways students english teachers provide sustained instruction subject verb agreement sentence boundaries punctuation
• Effectiveness of Vocab Voyage on students’ vocabulary mastery and writing skills (2026) · International Journal of Education Learning and Pedagogical Sciences (INJELPS) · doi

  Based on the conclusions of the study, the following recommendations are offered: 1. English teachers may adopt Vocab Voyage as a regular short-cycle intervention for Grade 11 English classes, particularly when diagnostic assessment identifies vocabulary competencies as least mastered. Teachers may supplement the program with differentiated writing scaffolds, including sentence frames, graphic organizers, and writing templates, to support learners with developing writing skills. 2. School administrators may consider integrating structured vocabulary programs such as Vocab Voyage into the school’s English curriculum. They may also support teacher professional development through training on vocabulary assessment, scaffolded writing instruction, and literacy intervention strategies. 3. Curriculum developers may consider incorporating structured vocabulary-writing interventions into English learning competencies, instructional guides, and classroom resource materials to strengthen literacy development among secondary learners. 4. Teacher education institutions may integrate evidence-based vocabulary instruction and scaffolded writing strategies into pre-service and in-service teacher education programs to prepare English teachers to implement literacy interventions effectively. 5. Educational policymakers may consider supporting school-based literacy intervention programs that integrate vocabulary development and writing instruction as part of broader initiatives to improve English language learning outcomes. 6. Future researchers may replicate the study using experimental designs with control groups, examine long- term vocabulary retention, extend the intervention period, investigate individual components of Vocab Voyage, and conduct similar studies across different educational contexts to establish broader applicability. 7. Students may continue applying the vocabulary-learning strategies introduced through Vocab Voyage by maintaining vocabulary journals, using newly learned words in authentic writing activities, and reading literary texts that promote contextual vocabulary development. REFERENCES Ayong, D. M., & Dimaano, M. H. (2024). Grade 12 senior high school students' efficiency in vocabulary building via interactive digital tool (VERBAID). International Journal of English Literature and Social Sciences, 9(2). https://doi.org/10.22161/ijels.92.23 Beck, I. L., McKeown, M. G., & Kucan, L. (2013). Bringing words to life: Robust vocabulary instruction (2nd ed.). Guilford Press. https://www.guilford.com/books/Bringing-Words-to-Life/Beck-McKeown- Kucan/9781462508167 Callora, I. J., & Suñas, W. (2023). The writing competence of senior high school students in the public schools in Alamada, Cotabato. Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 7(2). https://ejournals.ph/article.php?id=20626 227 International Journal of E

  generalrecommendationsevidence 5/5
  Keywords: vocabulary writing english school vocab voyage intervention development instruction literacy based teachers consider programs teacher

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