Innovation Of Task-Based Blended Learning In Enhancing English Proficiency Of Sharia Business Management Students

Abstract

The rapid growth of the global Islamic economic sector demands that graduates of the Sharia Business Management (MBS) program possess specialized English communication competencies, particularly in professional contexts such as effective speaking skills and specialized business writing (Journal of Economics & Islamic Economics, 2021; Needs Analysis Simulation, 2020). Conventional English teaching methods are often insufficient to meet these specialized language proficiency needs, resulting in a significant skills gap.

This quasi-experimental study aims to rigorously evaluate the effectiveness of an innovative Blended Learning (BL) model integrated with the Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) approach in improving the English proficiency of MBS students. The research sample consisted of 30 first-year MBS students divided into an experimental group (N=15) and a control group (N=15) (Pendas, 2024). Data were collected through objective English proficiency tests (pre-test/post-test) and motivation questionnaires.

Analysis using the Normalized Gain (N-Gain) Score showed an improvement of 65.5% in the experimental group, classified as “Moderately Effective,” significantly outperforming the control group, which achieved only 35.8% (Pendas, 2024). Furthermore, this approach had a positive impact on students’ learning motivation, especially in indicators such as the desire to seek detailed information and increased confidence in speaking (Attitude Journal Simulation, 2022).

These findings conclude that the BL–TBLT framework is a pedagogically effective and contextually relevant innovation, offering a strong solution for developing competitive human resources in the Islamic economic sector.