APPLICATION OF TASK-BASED LANGUAGE TEACHING (TBLT) IN DEVELOPING READING COMPETENCE OF VISUALLY IMPAIRED LEARNERS
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https://doi.org/10.66345/stj.v3i3.4475Keywords:
TBLT, visually impaired learners, reading competence, inclusive education, task-based learning, comprehension, fluency.Abstract
this study examines the effectiveness of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) in enhancing the reading competence of visually impaired learners. Through task-oriented reading activities adapted to auditory and tactile modalities, the research evaluates improvements in comprehension, fluency, and vocabulary. Findings reveal that TBLT fosters active learner engagement, promotes higher-order thinking skills, and provides inclusive strategies for reading instruction. The results offer practical implications for integrating TBLT into special education contexts.
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