The Exploration of Malaysian TESL Undergraduate Students Taught Using POA in English Presentation

Authors

  • Lifang Sun

    School of Economics and Management, Chongqing Three Gorges Vocational College, Chongqing 404155, China
  • Hanita Hanim Ismail

    Faculty of Education, University Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia
  • Azlina Abdul Aziz

    Faculty of Education, University Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bangi 43600, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i7.10007
Received: 13 May 2025 | Revised: 11 June 2025 | Accepted: 17 June 2025 | Published Online: 15 July 2025

Abstract

This study explores the implementation of the Production-Oriented Approach (POA) in developing English presentation skills among Malaysian TESL undergraduates. The qualitative analysis of the students’ feedback, classroom observations and teachers’ interview reveal that POA effectively enhances students’ confidence through reduced anxiety, motivational strategies, and communicative scenarios. The approach also facilitates significant skills improvement, particularly in fluency, idea organisation, and audience engagement. However, several implementation barriers emerged, i.e., preparation time requirements, challenges in coordinating group work, and constraints due to limited resources. Findings highlight the strong practical application of POA, with its real-life communication focus and integrated skill development aligning well with the Malaysian ESL learning needs. The study suggests practical adaptations such as scaffolded tasks, extended feedback sessions, and enhanced teaching aids to optimise the effectiveness of POA in a Malaysian context. While demonstrating pedagogical promise, the research indicates that a successful implementation of POA requires institutional support and methodological adjustments to address contextual constraints. This investigation contributes to the growing literature on English language teaching by providing empirical evidence of POA’s potential and limitations in Malaysian higher education. The outcomes offer valuable insights for educators considering communicative approaches in TESL programs, while identifying directions for future research on localised POA adaptations. Future studies should explore the lasting impact of POA on language proficiency and retention, along with the creation of adapted POA methods designed for larger classroom environments.

Keywords:

Production-Oriented Approach; English Presentation Skills; TESL Undergraduates; Malaysian ESL Context

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Sun, L., Ismail, H. H., & Aziz, A. A. (2025). The Exploration of Malaysian TESL Undergraduate Students Taught Using POA in English Presentation. Forum for Linguistic Studies, 7(7), 597–610. https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i7.10007

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