Email this article USING EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES TO IMPROVE STUDENTS’ ENGLISH SPEAKING FLUENCY AT A GIFTED SCHOOL IN THE NORTH OF VIETNAM
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Received: 11/04/23 Revised: 27/04/23 Published: 27/04/23Authors
1. Hoang Thi Thanh Thuy, Cao Bang Gifted High School2. Hoang Huong Ly
, TNU - University of Technology
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This action research was carried out at a Gifted High School in the North of Vietnam in order to improve the students’ speaking fluency after participating in extracurricular activities and find out suitable extracurricular activities for them. The research process was divided into seven key steps including selecting a focus, taking action, collecting data, analyzing and interpreting the data, modifying action reflection and reporting action research. Speaking tests, observation checklists, and questionnaires were employed as parts of both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The study's findings showed that there was noticeable improvement in the students' speaking fluency, and extracurricular activities assisted them become more fluent speakers. Moreover, they became more enthusiastic and active in doing speaking activities, and they were excited about carrying out their speaking tasks through extracurricular activities. In conclusion, the objective of this research was successfully achieved through the implementation of extracurricular activities.
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.34238/tnu-jst.7716
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