Rereading Oral Communication Skills in English Language Acquisition: The Unspoken Spoken English

Abstract

Globalization has had a profound effect on all aspects of society. These extraordinary vicissitudes befall those who have a strong desire to achieve something in their lives. One of the vicissitudes which the current society faces in this globalised world is enhancement in English communication skills. When people clearly convey their thoughts and opinions to others, they achieve their intended objectives of the goal. Since English is a lingua franca of the world, English communication skills are essential at the present time, and mastery of these skills is necessary to succeed in one's chosen field. It is also very evident that, in a globalised world, speaking is the most important of the four language skills. Language classroom is a great setting for learning effective communication skills, especially speaking skills. To help English language learners (ELLs) speak more fluently, teachers must be aware of their challenges and use a variety of teaching strategies, so that ELLs may considerably improve their speaking skills. This paper emphasises the value of learning the foundations of the English-speaking skills. It also explains the role played by several strategies and instructional materials in imparting English speaking skills for EFL/ESL students. Finally, this research offers some useful suggestions for teachers on how to incorporate a variety of activities that encourage ELLs to improve their oral communication skills in English classes.

Unlocking the Potential: Exploring EFL Instructors' Perception in Enhancing Oral Proficiency of Saudi EFL Learners

“…However, oral communication poses significant challenges for individuals learning a new language. It seems to present the greatest difficulty among the four essential skills in the English language (Robert & Meenakshi, 2022). Despite its significance, EFL students' instruction of speaking skills continues to rely heavily on methods such as dialogue memorization and drill repetition.…”

“…Incorporating conversational skills in EFL classes can help students acquire these skills, leading to enhanced performance and success in extracurricular pursuits. The importance of incorporating oral communication abilities within English language instruction cannot be overstated (Robert & Meenakshi, 2022).…”

“…Moreover, acquiring these speaking skills can significantly contribute to professional advancement. Moreover, the acquisition of effective speaking skills confers greater benefits to business professionals seeking to promote their organizations (Robert & Meenakshi, 2022).…”

“…Individuals can foster positive relationships with their colleagues and actively pursue opportunities for professional growth. Hence, the development of speaking abilities plays a pivotal role in fostering the overall academic progress of ELLs (Robert & Meenakshi, 2022).…”

“…According to McLaren et al (2005), learners are intrinsically motivated to generate many ideas due to the absence of rigid guidelines dictating how their ideas should be expressed. In order to improve the involvement of ELLs in different activities and strengthen their oral communication skills, ESL/EFL instructors should integrate the brainstorming technique into their instructional sessions (Robert & Meenakshi, 2022).…”