Group Work as a Contributing Factor for Language Use and Oral Fluency in EFL Classroom

Authors

  • Ishfaque Ahmed Abbasi

    Universiti Tun Hussain Onn, Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia
  • Elizabeth Anthony

    Universiti Tun Hussain Onn, Parit Raja, Batu Pahat, Johor, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6669
Received: 21 February 2024 | Revised: 10 April 2024 | Accepted: 16 April 2024 | Published Online: 4 September 2024

Abstract

This study analyses how the cooperative learning strategies of discussions and interactions through group work could increase the speaking fluency of Pakistani students studying English as a foreign language to help them overcome their challenges. This study observed the contribution of group work as a cooperative learning strategy on oral fluency abilities in the context of English as a foreign language (EFL) instruction in Pakistan using a qualitative research technique. A variety of research methods, including interviews, observations, field notes, and reflective diaries, were used. Eight EFL students and four EFL lecturers were interviewed to get insight into their experiences with group work as cooperative learning strategy by using interactions and discussions and how it affected the growth of their oral fluency. The findings highlighted notable positive influence of group work activities on improving English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners' fluency in spoken language.

Keywords:

Group Work; Cooperative learning, Oral Fluency; Learner centered; EFL

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Ishfaque Ahmed Abbasi, & Elizabeth Anthony. (2024). Group Work as a Contributing Factor for Language Use and Oral Fluency in EFL Classroom. Forum for Linguistic Studies, 6(4), 1–8. https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v6i4.6669

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