Enhancing Confidence and Fluency through Project Based Learning for Basic Speaking Course

Authors

  • Diyah Dwi Agustina Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Lampung, Indonesia
  • Ruri Supatmi Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Lampung, Indonesia
  • Aulfa Reyza Ayuni Prestika Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Lampung, Indonesia
  • Asti Nur Cahyani Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Lampung, Indonesia
Abstract views: 27


PDF downloads: 8


Keywords:

basic speaking, confidence, fluency, project based learning

Abstract

This study investigates how Project-Based Learning can effectively improve students’ confidence and speaking fluency in a Basic Speaking course. Speaking is often considered one of the most difficult language skills to master due to factors such as nervousness and limited speaking opportunities. Through the application of PBL, learners participate in purposeful, group-oriented activities that encourage the practical use of the target language in realistic situations. The subject of this study wa the second semester students of English Education Department, Nahdlatul Ulama Lampung University. This study was utilizing a Classroom Action Reseach method that includes problem identification, planning, action, observation and reflection. The data collecting used triangulation consist of test, observation and interviews. The study in Cycle 1 and Cycle 2 reveals that Project Based Learning contributes to a positive and motivating learning atmosphere. It also enhances students’ engagement and facilitates frequent opportunities for genuine interaction. Consequently, students exhibit significant enhancement in both their confidence and fluency in speaking. The findings suggest that PBL is an effective instructional approach for cultivating communicative abilities in beginning language learners.

 

Keywords: 

Downloads

Download data is not yet available.

References

Agustina, D. D. (2018). the Use of Double Match Picture Media for Teaching Reading Comprehension. Premise: Journal of English Education, 7(2), 44. https://doi.org/10.24127/pj.v7i2.1570

Agustina, D. D., & Efendi, A. (2021). E-Module Based Project Learning for Teaching Speaking. Premise: Journal of English Education, 10(2), 267. https://doi.org/10.24127/pj.v10i2.4244

Anum, A., Agustina, D. D., & Putri, S. M. (2024). Pelatihan Public Speaking untuk Meningkatkan Rasa Percaya Diri Siswa Di MTs Negeri 1 Bandar Lampung. Devotion: Journal Corner of Community Service, 3(2), 98–106. https://doi.org/10.54012/devotion.v3i2.422

Constanza, F., & Scholz, J. (2024). Developing Adult English Language Learners ’ Fluency and Pronunciation Skills Through Readers Theater.

Costa, Y. M. Da, Ratminingsih, N. M., & Putra, I. N. A. J. (2025). The Effect of Tongue Twister Strategy on English Pronunciation and Fluency: A Literature Review. Jurnal Locus Penelitian Dan Pengabdian, 4(5), 1746–1454. https://doi.org/10.58344/locus.v4i5.4272

Durdas, A., Harbuza, T., Borshchovetska, V., Radchenko, Y., & Starosta, H. (2024). Foreign Language Classes for Professional Purposes At University: Development of Fluency. Continuing Professional Education: Theory and Practice, 79(2), 102–113. https://doi.org/10.28925/2412-0774.2024.2.8

Habiburrahim, H. (2020). The Effects of Anxiety Toward Acehnese Students ’ English Speaking Ability The Effects of Anxiety Toward Acehnese Students ’ English Speaking Ability. 25(1), 254–270.

Li, T. (2021). Research on Informationization Design of English Project Independent Teaching Platform. In 2021 2nd International Conference on Computers, Information Processing and Advanced Education, 1173–1176.

Mafruudloh, N., & Fitriati, R. (2020). the Effect of Project Based Learning To the Students’ Speaking Ability. Celtic: A Journal of Culture, English Language Teaching, Literature and Linguistics, 7(1), 57–64. https://doi.org/10.22219/celtic.v7i1.12203

Mamang, S. M., Rasuki, M., & Nurkamilah. (2023). Speaking Anxiety and Pronunciation Accuracy: A Correlational Study with Indonesian EFL Learners. Journal of English Language and Education, 8(2), 2023. https://doi.org/10.31004/jele.v8i2.421

Muzri S, A., Abdullah, A., & Sunra, L. (2024). The Implementation of Project-Based Learning in Teaching Speaking in Indonesian EFL Classroom. ARRUS Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 4(3), 344–356. https://doi.org/10.35877/soshum2589

Nadia, D. (2020). International Journal of Social Science Research and Review. 3(2), 46–60.

Putra, R. M., Solekhah, S., Agustina, D. D., & Sobirov, B. (2022). Action Learning Strategy to Enhance Students Speaking Skill: A Classroom Action Research. Anglophile Journal, 2(1), 37. https://doi.org/10.51278/anglophile.v2i1.269

Putri, N. E., & Sari, S. Y. (2020). Applying Vlog Assignment t o Develop Students ’ Speaking Ability. 411(Icoelt 2019), 280–283.

Richards, J. C. (2002). Language teaching. In Language Teaching (Vol. 35, Issue 4). https://doi.org/10.1017/S0261444802211829

Shahini, G., & Shahamirian, F. (2017). Improving English Speaking Fluency: The Role of Six Factors. Advances in Language and Literary Studies, 8(6), 100. https://doi.org/10.7575/aiac.alls.v.8n.6p.100

Shi, C., Kassim, A., & Radzuan, N. R. M. (2024). Improving EFL Learners’ English Public Speaking Performance through Project-based Learning Strategy at Tertiary Level. Language Teaching Research Quarterly, 42, 126–144. https://doi.org/10.32038/ltrq.2024.42.08

Treve, M., & Education, G. (2021). IMPACT OF PROJECT-BASED LEARNING ON LEARNERS OF ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE : THE CLASSROOM BASED. 20(5), 5629–5644. https://doi.org/10.17051/ilkonline.20

Wang, W., Rezaei, Y. M., & Izadpanah, S. (2024). Speaking accuracy and fluency among EFL learners: The role of creative thinking, emotional intelligence, and academic enthusiasm. Heliyon, 10(18), e37620. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e37620

Winatha, K. R., & Abubakar, M. M. (2018). The Usage Effectivity of Project-Based Interactive E-Module in Improving Students’ Achievement. Jurnal Pendidikan Teknologi Dan Kejuruan, 24(2), 198–202. https://doi.org/10.21831/jptk.v24i2.20001

Yan, W., Lowell, V. L., & Yang, L. (2024). Developing English language learners’ speaking skills through applying a situated learning approach in VR-enhanced learning experiences. Virtual Reality, 28(4). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10055-024-01061-5

Zaim, M. (2020). Authentic Assessment for Speaking Skills : Problem and Solution for English Secondary School Teachers in Indonesia. 13(3), 587–604.

Zheng, Y., Xu, A., Zheng, Q., & Shieh, C. (2021). The Practice of Project-Based Learning to Outdoor Ecological Education on the Promotion of Students ’ Problem-Solving Capability. 3410.

Downloads

Published

2025-07-30

How to Cite

Agustina, D. D., Supatmi , R., Prestika , A. R. A., & Cahyani , A. N. (2025). Enhancing Confidence and Fluency through Project Based Learning for Basic Speaking Course . Journal Corner of Education, Linguistics, and Literature, 5(001), 94–101. Retrieved from https://journal.jcopublishing.com/index.php/jcell/article/view/540

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 001 (2025): Special Issues

Section

Articles

License

Copyright (c) 2025 Diyah Dwi Agustina, Ruri Supatmi , Aulfa Reyza Ayuni Prestika , Asti Nur Cahyani

Creative Commons License

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.

All articles published in the Journal Corner of Education, Linguistics, and Literature are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License (CC BY-SA).