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Title: Improving Students' English Speaking Proficiency in Saudi Public Schools
Language: English
Authors: Alharbi, Heba Awadh
Source: International Journal of Instruction. Jan 2015 8(1):105-116.
Availability: International Journal of Instruction. Usak University, College of Education, Ankara Izmir Yolu, 1 Eylul Kampusu, Usak, 64200, Turkey. Tel: +90-5357355455; e-mail: iji@ogu.edu.tr; Web site: http://www.e-iji.net
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 12
Publication Date: 2015
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, English (Second Language), Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning, Public Schools, Communicative Competence (Languages), Language Proficiency, Educational Policy, Educational Practices, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills, Student Role, Bilingual Education, Bilingualism, Grammar Translation Method, Elementary Secondary Education, Students
Geographic Terms: Saudi Arabia
ISSN: 1694-609X
Abstract: In English as a foreign language (EFL) contexts, the absence of authentic language learning situations outside the classroom presents a significant challenge to improving students' English communication skills. Specific obstacles in the learning environment can also result in students' limited use of English inside the classroom. These issues ultimately affect students' English speaking capacity. Focusing on the Saudi EFL context, this paper attempted to identify the causes of Saudi students' low proficiency in English communication and provide some recommendations to address these issues. The most significant findings of the paper were: (1) reforming specific Ministry of Education and Higher Education policies in Saudi Arabia is crucial; (2) the Saudi education system should reinforce the use of contemporary approaches to teaching that emphasise problem solving and critical thinking skills and put students in charge of their own learning; and (3) the ministry should consider converting some Saudi public schools into bilingual schools.
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Number of References: 35
Entry Date: 2015
Accession Number: EJ1085263
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