The impact of shadowing practice on improving speaking skills
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English-speaking skills are definitely crucial for learners in the context of global integration and the development of digital technology. Teaching speaking skills – one of the productive skills to students, however, has always been a challenging task for all teachers. This study examined the impact of shadowing practice on enhancing English speaking skills among English-major students at Nha Trang University. The study’s primary objective is to assess the effects of the shadowing practice approach on language learners’ pronunciation, intonation, fluency, vocabulary, and confidence. 100 second-year English-major students participated in the study. The research methodology follows a quasi-experimental research approach, incorporating both a pre-test and a post-test, as well as interviews. The findings showed significant improvements in several elements of speaking performance. These results showed that this method not only improved English-speaking skills but also developed a base of positive psychological aspects, which can be considered an essential boost for effective communication. The study offers practical pedagogical implications for language instructors to enhance students’ communication skills and for language learners.
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