BUILDING SPEAKING SKILLS OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS

Abstract

Speaking is one of the four integrated skills that need to be developed as a means
of effective communication in the context of both first and second language learning.
In the teaching environment of English as a Foreign Language (EFL), the question
of how to improve the conversational competence and speaking confidence of students
is a key issue for educators. This concern has led to the development of qualitative
research in the form of action research in a regular course using a taskbased approach.
The results showed that confidence, creativity with topics, and speaking skills were
key aspects of improving performance in front of an audience.