COMMUNICATIVE APPROACH, SPEAKING SKILLS, LISTENING SKILLS, TESOL, LANGUAGE CLASSROOM, FLUENCY, INTERACTION, COMMUNICATIVE COMPETENCE, AUTHENTIC MATERIALS, STUDENT-CENTERED

Abstract

Developing speaking and listening skills is central to effective communication in any language, and it is particularly vital in English language teaching. Through Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) within TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) classrooms, these skills are cultivated and refined. This approach emphasizes the use of language as a tool for authentic communication, shifting the focus from rote memorization of grammar rules to meaningful interaction. The effectiveness of CLT lies in its ability to create an environment where learners engage in purposeful communication and develop fluency as well as accuracy.