ENHANCING SPEAKING PROFICIENCY OF B1-LEVEL LEARNERS IN SECOND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION: STRATEGIES, INTERVENTIONS, AND PEDAGOGICAL IMPLICATIONS

Abstrak:

Speaking is widely recognized as one of the most challenging skills in second language acquisition (SLA). While learners at the B1 level have reached an intermediate stage of competence, they often struggle with fluency, accuracy, and confidence. This research aims to explore effective pedagogical and technological interventions to improve B1 learners’ speaking performance. The study will employ a mixed-methods approach, comparing traditional instruction with communicative, task-based, and technology-supported strategies. Pre- and post-test speaking assessments, classroom observations, learner reflections, and teacher feedback will be used to evaluate effectiveness. The outcomes are expected to contribute to SLA theory and provide actionable guidelines for educators and curriculum designers.