ENHANCING THE ENGLISH SPOKEN ABILITIES: A STUDY AT UNIVERSITY LEVEL STUDENTS

Abstract

English is the dominant language around the world in the current era; hence, it is important to learn and hold the strong grip over the English spoken abilities. The key purpose of this study also is to explore the English spoken abilities in university level students. Total 60 students of BS (1^st & 2^nd) at university level were selected and a 20 questions questioner was prepared for subject purpose. The study found that on asking the different questions regarding the improving English speaking abilities, student’s response was surprising. While they were asked to spent time on spoken English, using technology, and other methods to improve English and some other related questions, most of them respond as “NO” and showed disappointment for not using the modern techniques as well as showed interest. The research further, explores that students itself were also not giving time to enhance their abilities to improve English. Old teaching methods and not giving proper time for improving subject skills, students were showing hesitation. Further, some students highlighted the teachers are responsible for these issues; however, most of them accept the responsibility. Low confidence in speaking English and communication was also observed due to non-adoption of proper methods of improving subject skills. The study also tinted the paucity of English vocabulary, not interests of students in self-try, reading of English newspapers, never enjoy in speaking English activities and other activities for subject enhancement and found another big barrier to enhance their English spoken skills. The said research recommends using the latest technology, techniques, training, holding the seminars and using of tools and encouraging students to develop the spoken skills in the university students. The research further recommends the scholars to do furthered research at college level for more valuable results.