Which approach highlights target forms visually but requires learners to practice producing forms as well?

• A. Input processing instruction
• B. Interactional feedback
• C. Textual enhancement
• D. Task-based instruction

Answer: (C)

The idea being tested is making target language forms visually salient in the learner’s input while still requiring production practice. Textual enhancement does this by marking the target forms in the text—through bolding, underlining, colors, or other visual cues—so learners notice the forms as they read. After experiencing the enhanced input, they then practice producing those forms in speaking or writing tasks, linking perception to production.

Other approaches don’t center on marking forms visually in the input. Input processing instruction emphasizes guiding learners to notice forms in structured input but isn’t defined by visual highlight within the text. Interactional feedback focuses on feedback during interaction rather than how forms are visually emphasized in the text. Task-based instruction prioritizes meaningful tasks and overall communication, not primarily the visual highlighting of forms for noticing followed by production.