Authors : Mohammed Bouknify; Khadija Anasse

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 11 - November

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24NOV1015

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Abstract : Mastering English speaking skills is a major concern for many learners of English as a foreign language. In the classroom, it’s essential for teachers to equip students with strategies to handle challenging speaking situations effectively. With numerous opportunities to practice, learners can significantly benefit from cognitive strategies that enhance both their competence and confidence. Implementing these strategies requires dedication from both teachers and students, but the results are well worth the effort. Teachers play multiple roles in their classrooms— learner, facilitator, resource person, manager, evaluator, and instructor. By employing a variety of techniques and activities, teachers can create a dynamic learning environment that helps students achieve their full potential. Understanding students' cognitive styles and learning preferences is crucial. Teachers must recognize the diverse strategies learners use and determine how best to support their speaking development. This paper examines various learning strategies focused on cognitive development to improve speaking skills in EFL classrooms.

Keywords : TEFL, Communication Skills, Learning Strategies, Cognitive Development, Speaking Skill.

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