ENHANCING INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATIVE COMPETENCE IN TOURISM STUDENTS THROUGH TASK-BASED LANGUAGE TEACHING (TBLT)
Keywords:
Keywords: Intercultural Communicative Competence, Task-Based Language Teaching, Tourism Education, Language Proficiency, Multicultural Communication, Curriculum DesignAbstract
This article explores the role of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) in
developing intercultural communicative competence (ICC) among tourism students.
As the tourism industry increasingly requires professionals who can navigate
multicultural environments effectively, the need for robust educational strategies that
integrate language proficiency with intercultural skills has become paramount. The
study outlines the theoretical underpinnings of ICC, emphasizing models by Byram
and Deardorff, and aligns these with the principles of TBLT. Through a mixed-methods
research design involving surveys, interviews, and classroom observations, the article
demonstrates how TBLT can be implemented to enhance ICC in tourism education.
The findings indicate that TBLT not only improves language skills but also
significantly boosts students' intercultural awareness and sensitivity. Practical
implications for curriculum design and pedagogical practices are discussed, offering
educators a comprehensive framework to prepare students for the globalized tourism
sector.
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