USING STORYTELLING TO ENHANCE SPEAKING SKILLS IN EFL CLASSES
Keywords:
benefits, storytelling, fluency, learners, communicative skills, critical thinking, context, challenges imagination, appropriate vocabularyAbstract
In English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms, developing students’ speaking skills is often one of the most challenging yet essential goals. Traditional methods of teaching speaking, such as drills, dialogues, or structured role plays, sometimes fail to inspire learners or allow for authentic use of language. Storytelling, however, offers a dynamic, engaging, and effective alternative. This article explores how storytelling can be used as a powerful pedagogical tool to enhance speaking skills in EFL classes.
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