Project-Based Learning In English As Foreign Language Teaching

Abstract

This study aimed at finding out the implementation of project-based learning in language teaching especially in English as Foreign Language (EFL) students. This study used library-based research by reading, analysing and getting data from written form resources such as articles and books. In this study, some studies are reviewed to get picture of the implementation of project-based learning in language teaching. Moreover, this study also presents a design of project-based language teaching that modify Patton’s teaching steps to teach English in tertiary level. As the result, project-based learning is a learning model that engages students in accomplishing project to improve their knowledge and skills and this learning model can be applied in language teaching. Project-based learning provides learners with opportunities to use language in a meaningful and authentic context. Project-based learning engages students in activities that improve their language skills and language components in target language. Project-based learning emphasizes students to accomplish project collaboratively and engages students on doing things done based on their own plan, idea, and creativity. Since project-based learning provides opportunity for student to develop their critical thinking, communicative, creative, and cooperative skills, it can be stated that project-based learning promotes students’ 21 century skills. In addition, utilizing technology also can be plus point in implementing project-based learning effectively.