Task-Based TEFL Lesson Plan Example

In task-based learning, the task comes first. Students use English to complete a real-world task, and the teacher draws out language focus during and after the task.

When to use task-based learning

Use it for fluency practice, higher levels, business English, and any lesson where communication matters more than perfect accuracy.

Blank task-based template

Stage	Time	Purpose	Activity
Pre-task	5–10 min	Activate topic and useful language	Brainstorm vocabulary, watch a clip, discuss experience
Task	15–20 min	Students complete a meaningful task	Plan, solve, compare, negotiate in groups
Post-task	10 min	Review language and performance	Error correction, reformulation, reflection

Example task-based lesson

Detail	Value
Level	B2
Topic	Planning a company team-building day
Objective	Students will negotiate and present a one-day team-building itinerary within a budget

1. Pre-task: Brainstorm team-building activities and language for making suggestions.
2. Task: Groups plan a team day with a R5,000 budget and present their plan.
3. Post-task: Class votes on the best plan. Teacher boards useful phrases and common errors.

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