THE IMPACT OF ROLE-PLAY ON SPEAKING FLUENCY AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
Keywords:
Role-play, speaking fluency, communication, secondary school, language learning, confidence, classroom interaction.Abstract
This article explores the influence of role-play activities on improving
speaking fluency among secondary school students. It examines how role-play
strengthens communicative competence, encourages spontaneous speech, reduces
anxiety, and enhances learners’ confidence in real-life communication. The paper also
highlights the psychological, linguistic, and pedagogical factors that make role-play an
effective tool in modern language classrooms. Findings suggest that role-play not only
improves fluency, but also promotes active participation, interaction, and meaningful
language use.
References
Communicative Language Teaching and classroom interaction studies
Research on speaking fluency and language acquisition
Pedagogical literature on role-play and drama techniques in education
Applied linguistics sources on learner motivation and psychological factors
