Task Based Learning (TBL) and Project-Based Learning (PBL) have potential to increase student interest and engagement in the classroom by asking students to complete meaningful tasks and projects in the target language, rather than focussing on language learning activities. However, TBL and PBL present many challenges to teachers especially in curriculum development and classroom management. In this session, the presenter will provide practical guidance on classroom and time management, and grading. He will introduce some tasks that he has successfully used, and a 15-week PBL course, which will aid participants in developing effective TBL and PBL activities for their own classes.
Bio:
Peter Lutes is an associate professor in the Faculty of Agriculture of Kagawa University. He has extensive teaching experience across diverse settings, including eikaiwa, juku, corporate training, and post-secondary education. He has also conducted teacher workshops & training in Japan, Canada and various parts of Asia. His interests include curriculum development, Task-Based/Project-Based Learning, learner beliefs and student information networks.
