AN INVESTIGATION INTO USING SUPPLEMENTARY MATERIALS IN TEACHING ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILLS AT HIGH SCHOOL
Abstract
Nowadays the use of teaching materials in English lessons becomes more necessary and popular. The benefits of using supplementary materials have improved teaching and learning English. Since the beginning of language studies, Second and Foreign Language Acquisition researchers have been searching for effective methods to improving learners’ language skills. This study aimed at investigating the use of supplementary sources on teaching speaking skills. Quantitative method is chosen in this research by using the survey for teachers and students. Results of the study demonstrate on the situation of supplementary materials in teaching process, the frequency use of these materials and the effectiveness of materials in organizing activities as well as suggest some solutions to enhance teaching speaking outcomes.