Abstract

RAMIREZ CONTRERAS, Odilia. The English Language Learning inside the Escuela Activa Urbana Model in a Public School: A Study of Sixth Graders. profile [online]. 2008, n.9, pp.47-62. ISSN 1657-0790.

This study reports the findings of research dealing with sixth-graders' perceptions of English language learning and the impact of active learning approaches in a public school in Manizales, Colombia. Participants in the research were involved in lessons planned according to the principles of task-based learning and active learning, inside the Escuela Activa Urbana model implemented by some private and public institutions in this city. The findings reported a positive impact of the model on the language learning process which was reflected in the increase of students' participation, language production, and class interaction.

Keywords : English as a foreign language; task-based learning; active learning; teamwork.

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