An Exploration Of The Major Problems Hindering Learners Speaking Ability Kotebe College Of Teachers Education In Focus

The main purpose of this study was to explore some of the major problemsrnhindering the English language speaking ability of Freshman English majorrnstudents at Kotebe College of Teachers’ Education. The sample for the studyrnconsisted of 56 students and one spoken English instructor of the twornsections. In the process, three different kinds of instruments: students’rnquestionnaire, students’ and teacher’s interview and classroom observationrnwere used. Accordingly, all the sample students filled the questionnaire,rneight selected students and their spoken English instructor were interviewedrnand classroom observation was held three times in each section.rnFinally, the results of the study indicated that the students’ native culturernhas greatly influenced their English language speaking ability. They also didrnnot have the confidence to express their ideas in English both inside andrnoutside the classroom. In addition, it was found that the teacher did notrnmotivate them to the required level. Other problems like low vocabulary andrnpoor grammar knowledge also affected their speaking ability of English. Inrnthe classroom, the students were often corrected for the errors theyrncommitted while speaking. Some students were also shy /afraid tornparticipate in spite of the provision of a few activities to engage them intornusing the language.rnTo improve their ability of speaking English, therefore, the instructor shouldrncreate a free, enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere of learning and students, onrntheir part, must use this opportunity to freely practice in the language andrndevelop their speaking ability

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