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Abstract
This thesis explores how pair work can be used as a methodological approach to develop learners’ speaking skills and reduce hesitation during oral communication. It focuses on helping learners speak more confidently and improve their fluency and intonation when communicating with classmates. Some learners experience difficulties when speaking in front of the whole class or directly with the teacher because they may feel pressure about making mistakes. Pair work can provide a more supportive and less stressful environment in which learners have more opportunities to express their ideas and practise speaking with their peers. Moreover, pair work is an interactive and engaging classroom activity that can encourage learners to participate actively in speaking tasks and develop their confidence in oral communication.
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