Overcoming Silent Barriers in English

According to the new Curriculum- Spoken Production is a communicative language activity portraying actual language in use- the core of the curriculum. Why is Spoken Production- producing spoken English so hard for our students?

(so much harder than reception).

What are some common silent barriers students face when speaking English?

• Common silent barriers include fear of mistakes, lack of confidence, limited vocabulary, pronunciation anxiety, and cultural differences.

• Fluency in multiple languages

• Advanced grammar knowledge

• Experience in public speaking

How can teachers create a safe environment for students to practice speaking?

• Focus solely on grammar and pronunciation errors.

• Limit speaking time to reduce anxiety.

• Establish clear guidelines and foster a supportive atmosphere.

• Encourage competition among students to boost confidence.

What role does peer interaction play in improving spoken English skills?

• Peer interaction only benefits written English skills, not spoken.

• Peer interaction has no impact on spoken English skills whatsoever.

• Peer interaction hinders spoken English skills by creating confusion.

• Peer interaction significantly improves spoken English skills by facilitating practice, feedback, and confidence.

How can incorporating games and activities help reduce speaking anxiety?

• Games and activities increase competition and pressure to perform.

• They distract from the main goal of improving speaking skills.

• Incorporating games makes speaking less relevant and serious.

• Games and activities help reduce speaking anxiety by creating a relaxed environment and encouraging practice in a fun way.

What strategies can students use to build their confidence in speaking English?

• Avoid speaking altogether

• Practice regularly, engage in conversations, listen to native speakers, participate in language exchanges, and set achievable goals.

• Only read English books silently

• Watch movies without subtitles

What techniques can be used to encourage students to express their thoughts more freely in English?

• Encourage students to write their thoughts down before speaking.

• Implement role-playing activities to simulate real-life conversations.

• Limit discussions to only familiar topics.

• Focus on correcting every mistake immediately.

How does regular practice contribute to language acquisition in speaking?

• Regular practice has no significant effect on language acquisition.

• It helps reinforce vocabulary and improve fluency over time.

• Practice only benefits reading and writing skills.

• It creates more anxiety about speaking in public.

What impact does a positive teacher-student relationship have on speaking skills development?

• A positive relationship can lead to increased motivation and willingness to participate.

• It has no effect on students' speaking abilities.

• It may create dependency on the teacher for speaking.

• It can lead to less focus on speaking practice.

How can you motivate students to speak if they don't want to?