Lingua : Journal of Linguistics and Language
Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): March 2025

Enhancing Speaking Skills: The Impact of the Audio-Lingual Method on Eighth-Grade Students

Hermansyah, Sam (Unknown)
Mothe, Prashant (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Mar 2025

Abstract

This research explores the impact of the Audio-Lingual Method (ALM) on enhancing the speaking skills of eighth-grade students at SMP Negeri 1 Baranti. The study aimed to address common speaking difficulties, such as pronunciation issues, limited vocabulary, and lack of confidence, through the application of ALM techniques. A pre-experimental design was employed, with a sample of 23 students from class VIII.1, who underwent both pre-test and post-test assessments. The results indicated a significant improvement in students' speaking skills, particularly in areas of accuracy, fluency, and comprehensibility, following the implementation of the ALM over a four-week period. Statistical analysis revealed that the post-test scores were significantly higher than the pre-test scores, confirming the effectiveness of the Audio-Lingual Method in improving English speaking proficiency. The study concludes that the ALM is an effective teaching method for fostering students' speaking skills, enhancing their confidence, and encouraging active participation in the learning process.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

lingua

Publisher

Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Lingua : Journal of Linguistics and Language with ISSN Number 3032-3304 (Online) published by Indonesian Scientific Publication, is a leading scholarly journal that has undergone a rigorous peer-review process and is committed to open access publication. Established to advance the field of ...