IMPROVING STUDENTS’ SPEAKING SKILLS USING DEBATE
Ключевые слова:
analyze, educator, utilize, debate, assessment, self-esteem, interaction, capacity, preparation, initiative.Аннотация
The article explores the effectiveness of debate as a methodological tool for developing students’ speaking skills. It emphasizes how structured argumentation fosters critical thinking, fluency, vocabulary enrichment, and confidence in public speaking. The study highlights debate as both a communicative activity and a pedagogical approach that enhances oral proficiency and prepares students for academic and real-life communication contexts.
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