ENHANCING COMMUNICATIVE COMPETENCE IN INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL STUDENTS THROUGH COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE TEACHING (CLT): THE ROLE OF DISCUSSION CLUBS

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Abstract: This research investigates the implementation of discussion clubs, a strategy under Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), to enhance fluency and engagement, as well as confidence amongst intermediate learners. This was done through a mixed method approach of pre and post-tests, observations, and surveys which indicated a 35% increase in fluency and 85% improvement in speaking confidence. Issues sustaining grammatical accuracy and equal participation were also identified. Future studies should focus on the longitudinal impact of discussion clubs and their use across varying levels of proficiency.