Strategies Used in Teaching English Language Oral Skills and Effects on Primary School Learner Participation in Embu County, Kenya
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Date
2024-03
Authors
Mugo, Tabitha Murugi
Bwire, Adelheid Marie
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IJMRGE
Abstract
English language learning is pegged on four core skills namely writing, reading,
listening and speaking. Acquisition of language springs from the latter; verbal skills
(listening & speaking) and ignite the learning process in totality. Teaching of oral skills
is barred by hurdles like ineffective delivery strategies. This study investigates
instructional strategies utilized in development of oral skills. Descriptive survey, as a
research design, was adopted. The study was grounded on Constructivism Learning
Theory. The target population consisted of 37 public primary schools in Embu-West,
37 language panel chairpersons, 67 grade 3 classes and 67 grade 3 teachers of English.
The study sample was chosen using stratified and simple random sampling methods.
The sample consisted of 10 schools, 10 grade 3 classes, 10 language panel
chairpersons and 10 grade 3 teachers. For data collection, teacher questionnaires,
language panel chairpersons interview schedule, classroom observation guide and
focus group discussion for learners were used. Quantitative data was analyzed
descriptively using SPSS version 25.0 and presented in form of tables and percentages
whereas qualitative data was analyzed thematically and presented narratively. Results
revealed that storytelling, pair work, communication games, group work, role-play and
songs among others form the major strategies in the teaching of oral skills. The results
led to the conclusion that storytelling, pair work, songs and role-play form the common
strategies used in development of oral skills. The study recommends that teachers
adopt use of these interactive strategies and motivate learners to practice and develop
interest in learning of oral skills among others. These findings may be beneficial to
both curriculum developers and implementers for effective teaching and learning.
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Keywords
verbal/ oral / foundational skills, teaching/instructional strategies
Citation
Mugo, T. M., & Bwire, A. M. (2024). Strategies used in teaching English language oral skills and effects on primary school learner participation in Embu County, Kenya.