Table 1. Contrast analysis of characteristics of TBLT and ChatGPT.

Characteristics of TBLT ChatGPT
Tasks ultimately point learners beyond the forms of language alone to real-world contexts. Yes, the learning content was related to real-world contexts.
Tasks specifically contribute to the communicative goals of learners. Yes, the task helps improving learner’s writing skill for better communication.
Their elements are carefully designed and not simply haphazardly or idiosyncratically thrown together. Yes, elements suggested by ChatGPT were well-designed.
Their objectives are well specified so that you can at some later point accurately determine the success of one task over another. Yes, the objective outlines the expected outcome upon completion of task.
Tasks engage learners, at some level, in genuine problem-activity. No, tasks given by ChatGPT were too simple and did not allow learners to actively engage.