THE METHODS OF TEACHING SPEAKING TO B2 LEVELS

Аннотация

The current paper attempts to examine the various aspects of the discussion and debate methods of teaching at university and its role in enhancing students’ linguistic and academic skills. The discussion and debate methods allow establishing a rapport with students, stimulating their critical thinking and articulating ideas clearly,to heighten collaborative learning skills as well as amiliorating their speaking skills to the higher step than they are (from B2 to C1).The findings showed that majority of respondents indicated that a good opportunity to interact is provided during the discussion , debate and that the lecturer is not the sole authority in class. The implications of this research could be reflected on students’ learning through their participation in discussion and debate Key words: Debates, discussion, teaching, critical thinking, collaborative learning, method, speaking skills, B2 levels, strategies, imitation, WebQuest technology.