English Language Teaching Prima Journal (ELT)
Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): ELT (English Language Teaching Prima Journal)

Authentic Materials in Teaching Speaking: A Study on Students’ Motivation and Fluency

Iim Khairunnisa (STKIP Syekh Mansyur)
Faiz Fauzan Muhajir (STKIP Syekh Mansyur)
Dewata Carolia Sarjono (STKIP Syekh Mansyur)
Eka Dewi Fithrotunnisa (STKIP Syekh Mansyur)



Article Info

Publish Date
13 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of authentic materials on students’ speaking motivation and fluency in an English language education program. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected from 10 purposively selected students through questionnaires, fluency rubrics, and classroom observations over eight weeks. Findings reveal that authentic materials significantly enhance learners’ motivation, particularly in effort and persistence (96.67%) and relevance and usefulness (96%), while also fostering enjoyment (93.08%). Although confidence and participation scored slightly lower (83.33%), results remain positive. In terms of fluency, students demonstrated strong performance in pronunciation and intonation (97%) and vocabulary and expression (97%), with confidence (89.33%) and flow (86%) showing room for further improvement. Overall, authentic materials provide meaningful, real-life language exposure that strengthens motivation, builds confidence, and improves fluency, highlighting their effectiveness in speaking instruction for university-level learners.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ELTP

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Physics Social Sciences

Description

ELT Prima is refered journal, published twice a year. An attempt is made to mantain a balanced coverage of language, literature, culture, teaching,pshycs, and ...