The Usage of ‘Tongue Twister’ Learning Technique among the EFL Students’ Pronunciation in Upgrading Reading Fluency

Abstract

This research investigates the efficacy of using tongue twister learning techniques to improve English reading skills among Tertiary EFL students in the English Language Education Department at the Indonesian Catholic University Santu Paulus Ruteng during the 2023-2024 Academic Year. The main objective was to collect empirical data regarding the differences in pronunciation test scores between students taught with the tongue twister technique and those who received conventional teaching. This research covers a population of 70 students, with the experimental group consisting of 38 students and the control group consisting of 40 students. This research uses quantitative methods with a quasi-experimental design. Data collection includes pre-test and post-test to see the impact of the tongue twister technique on improving pronunciation. The results of statistical analysis using the t-test show that the research hypothesis is accepted, which means that the tongue twister technique is an effective tool for improving pronunciation skills in teaching. In conclusion, this study underlines the usefulness of the tongue twister technique as a valuable pedagogical approach for teaching pronunciation among EFL students, providing empirical evidence regarding its positive impact on reading fluency.