Transforming Speaking Skills in Junior High School: How CLT Boosts Interactional Communication

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Communicative Language Teaching, Interactional Speaking Skills, Junior High School

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kaharuddin
Universitas islam Negeri Alauddin Makassar

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This research investigates the effectiveness of the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) method in enhancing interactional speaking skills among junior high school students. CLT, with its emphasis on real-life communication and interactive classroom activities, has been widely recognized as a promising approach in language teaching. This study aims to explore how CLT can help students improve their speaking abilities, particularly in real-world communicative contexts. The findings from this study indicate that CLT is an effective method in developing interactional speaking skills, with students demonstrating increased fluency, confidence, and willingness to engage in conversations. The paper concludes by recommending CLT as a vital method for language teachers in junior high schools, as it fosters interactive communication and practical language usage.

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