EVALUATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF TASK-BASED LANGUAGE TEACHING IN ENHANCING READING SKILLS: A STUDY OF SINGLE NATIONAL CURRICULUM ENGLISH TEXTBOOKS IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS OF DISTRICT SAHIWAL

Abstract

This research investigates the difficulties in teaching English reading skills in Pakistani elementary schools particularly of district Sahiwal. Students still have trouble with reading comprehension that enhances their challenges of learning English language. The Single National Curriculum (SNC) seeks to foster inclusivity and critical thinking whereas past setbacks underscore the necessity and importance of stakeholders’ cooperation. The impact of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT)’s principles on reading skills and their efficacy in SNC English textbooks are evaluated in this study. Twenty randomly selected elementary schools were surveyed, and the results show a discrepancy between the objectives of TBLT and the experiences of the students, many of whom have trouble with even basic reading skills and pronunciation. The findings suggest that teacher preparation, collaborative learning, and interesting content are all very crucial. By tackling these obstacles, teachers can establish a more efficient learning environment.