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Teaching L2 Speaking: Recommending a Holistic Approach

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Title: Teaching L2 Speaking: Recommending a Holistic Approach
Language: English
Authors: Thomas, Nathan
Source: rEFLections. Jan-Jun 2019 26(1):134-145.
Availability: King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi School of Liberal Arts. 126 Pracha Uthit Road, Bang Mod, Thung Khru, Bangkok, Thailand 10140. Tel: +66-2470-8756; Fax: +66-2428-3375; Web site: https://so05.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/reflections/index
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 12
Publication Date: 2019
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Evaluative
Descriptors: Second Language Instruction, English (Second Language), Speech Instruction, Holistic Approach, Teaching Methods, Planning, Repetition, Metacognition
ISSN: 1513-5934
Abstract: Speaking is often considered one of the most difficult skills to develop in a second or foreign language. Many traditional approaches to language teaching focus on text-based skill development or emphasize aural receptive skills. However, as English continues to grow as a global language, learners want and need to be able to express their ideas through speech. It is no surprise then that most recent approaches to teaching stress the importance of developing communicative skills. Unfortunately, many lack systematic procedures, are atheoretical, and/or have not been supported by empirical research. Therefore, this article will provide an overview of teaching approaches and methods as they relate to speaking instruction. Such a review would be trivial without making recommendations for practice, so one particular approach will be highlighted and then justified based on its sound theoretical underpinnings and empirical support for several of its defining characteristics. Implications for teachers will be discussed throughout.
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Entry Date: 2020
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