A study on difficulties and solutions to improve oral presentation skill in English of the second-year non-English major students- faculty of electronic and electrical engineering, Hung Yen University of technology and education

Abstract

This study investigates teachers’ and non-English major students’ perceptions of oral presentations, identifies common challenges, and proposes solutions. It aims to: (1) Examine students’ current oral presentation skills, (2) Identify difficulties during presentations, and (3) Suggest strategies for improvement. Surveys with 53 students and interviews with 5 students and 5 teachers from Hung Yen University of Technology and Education reveal numerous difficulties in delivering oral presentations. The study provides practical solutions to overcome these challenges and boost confidence in presenting.