EFFECTIVE METHODS FOR INCREASING LEARNERS’ CONFIDENCE
Keywords:
oral skills, scaffolding, confidence building, second language acquisition, communicative competence.Abstract
Speaking is the most difficult ability for many language learners to master since it demands quick thinking and puts them at risk of making mistakes in front of others. This article looks at scaffolding as a teaching strategy to assist students become more confident while also improving their speaking skills. It examines useful methods like guided practice, demonstration, and the gradual removal of teacher assistance, providing specific tactics for use in the classroom.
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