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Emia Rafenna Depari
Universitas Negeri Medan
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The Influence of Body Language on Public Speaking Effectiveness: A Study of Toastmasters International Projects Fika Niasari Saragih; Emia Rafenna Depari; Rita Hartati
Jurnal Pendidikan Kurikulum dan Pembelajaran Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): April 2026
Publisher : CV. Rayyan Dwi Bharata

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57235/jpkp.v2i1.8113

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This study explores how body language influences public speaking effectiveness, addressing the limited empirical research on how specific nonverbal elements impact confidence and audience perception among English Literature students. While previous studies have emphasized the importance of nonverbal communication, few have focused on the practical difficulties students face in applying it effectively. Using a quantitative descriptive and qualitative method, data were collected from 40 students through a Google Form questionnaire. The findings reveal that most participants agree that appropriate use of gestures, posture, and eye contact enhances message clarity and audience engagement. However, many still struggle to control hand movements and maintain eye contact due to nervousness. These results highlight that, despite awareness of its importance, mastery of body language remains a challenge. The study concludes that effective body language not only improves delivery and audience interaction but also significantly boosts speaker confidence, both in face-to-face and online contexts
Co-Authors Fika Niasari Saragih Rita Hartati