How to Encourage English Department Students to Speak More Often and
Confidently
English is
very important for English Department Students. Students have to master English
in writing, reading, listening, and speaking. Many students have difficulties
in speaking. There are many reasons why it is difficult for them. One of the
reasons is lack of practice. They do not speak confidently because they rarely
speak in English. They are ashamed to speak in English, because they think they
are not good at it. There are many ways to encourage them to speak more often
and more confidently.
Firstly,
explain to the students why speaking English is important for them. By
explaining the advantages of it, the students will realize that they need to
speak English more often and confidently. They will learn to speak English
seriously and happily without coercion.
Secondly, make
the lessons fun. They can study while playing games, such as doing competitions
where they repeat songs or read aloud. Playing games will get them in the
spirit for winning. They will have courage to speak.
Thirdly, make
situations which force them to speak English. For instance, they have to speak
English in the class room. If they do not obey the rule, give them a
punishment.
Fourthly, give
them tasks to practice English. Writing a speaking log is very helpful to them.
For example, they have to practice English every day with a partner. They can
discuss anything in English. It makes them enjoy the tasks because they can
discuss whatever they want.
Fifthly, give
them a reward. By giving them a reward they will be happy and spirit to
practice English. A reward makes them feel valued. Giving a compliment is one
example of a reward.
English
Department Students are supposed to speak English more often and confidently.
They have to practice more often to make their speaking better. If their
speaking skill is better they will speak more confidently. They will speak more
often and more confidently if they feel capable, so that they do not make as
many mistakes when speaking English.
