Exposition

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.