Keywords:
communication, CBI, content, independent learning, language discourseAbstract
This study aims at investigating the use of the target language in specific
meaningful contexts, and diagnoses the role of CBI in enhancing EFL students’ communication skills. A survey tool has been opted for to collect the data to a sample of 30 participants of different fields to assess their level of comprehension of the instruction process. Finally, it has been concluded that CBI can put forward many chances to relate the students’ needs with meaningful contents to promote language acquisition. Besides, the acquisition of a significant amount of knowledge through CBI can help learners to develop worthy interactive skills which may be transmitted to different subjects which may satisfy their needs.
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