This research sought to assess the effectiveness of the General English (GE) Program in enhancing the English-speaking skills and communication confidence of freshmen at Hamzanwadi University. A convergent design utilising a mixed-methods approach was implemented, engaging 40 first-year students participating in the 2025/2026 General English Program. Quantitative data were gathered using a one-group pretest-posttest methodology, and qualitative data were acquired using semi-structured interviews. The results indicated that the average speaking score rose from 64.00 in the pretest to 74.12 in the posttest, signifying a 15.81% enhancement. Interview findings indicated that students exhibited increased confidence in their English communication skills and regarded Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) and peer tutoring as efficacious methods for fostering an engaged and supportive educational atmosphere. Despite the persistence of many hurdles, the results suggest that the General English Program significantly improved students' speaking skills and communication confidence. The research indicates that combining Communicative Language Teaching with peer tutoring may serve as an effective teaching framework for English preparation courses in higher education.
Developing spoken English fluency continues to be a major challenge for many English as a Second Language (ESL) learners in Malaysian higher education. This issue is particularly important for Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) undergraduates, whose future careers require them to communicate confidently and e...
Puvaneswari Sivalingam, May May Grace Derioh, Nur Aina Irman Zuwardi· International journal of res...· 0 citations
This article presents the findings of an action research study that investigated the feasibility of using a structured pedagogical approach to enhance Grade 8 low-achieving bilingual students’
knowledge of English scientific technical terms (STTs) in a rural secondary school in Sri Lanka. A mixed-methods action researc...
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The ESP Literacy Training program successfully enhanced English language skills by seamlessly integrating learning technology with innovative pedagogical strategies, demonstrating the value of a technology-enriched, interactive approach to making language learning more effective and engaging for primary school students...
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Speaking proficiency remains a critical yet often neglected skill in high school EFL contexts in Indonesia, where conventional assessment practices continue to prioritize written tests over authentic oral performance. While Performance-Based Assessment (PBA) has been proven effective in tertiary education, its implemen...
Bimo Aldinsyah, Ratna Andhika Mahaputri, Mahmud Mahmud· Wiralodra English Journal· 0 citations
Background and Aims: Engaged learning in English is important in primary education, as young learners benefit from supportive and motivating classroom environments. This study developed and implemented inspirational English learning activities and evaluated their effectiveness in improving Grade 5 students’ English ach...
Despite extensive instruction in English, many undergraduate English majors in Nigeria continue to experience difficulties developing practical proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. One contributing factor is the limited emphasis on explicit instruction in how to learn and regulate language learning...
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