AN ANALYSIS OF NON-ENGLISH STUDENTS’ DIFFICULTIES IN SPEAKING ENGLISH

Fahman Yusa

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Abstract: English proficiency becomes a significant factor following the global development around the world and speaking is the most noticeable skill that shows language proficiency. In this case, the majority of the language learners in the world aim to develop speaking proficiency. However, speaking is not an easy task, especially for Non-English learners. Therefore, this study aimed to identify speaking difficulties faced by non-English students at the University of Islam Malang and its impact on their speaking ability. This study was implemented using a descriptive qualitative research design with semi-structured interviews on five students of non-English students at the University of Islam Malang. The data in this study is in the form of an interview transcript that is used to present the findings. The results revealed speaking problems related to languages such as vocabulary, grammar, fluency as well as lacking attention to grammar and pronunciation. Moreover, the study also found many problems regarding psychological difficulties such as lacking confidence and motivation, being nervous, the mind goes blank, being out of topic, being confused as well unprepared. In terms of the effect caused by speaking difficulties on students' speaking ability, the researcher found that the difficulties mostly lead to an inability to speak fluently, blank, confusion, and afraid of making mistakes. Moreover, the researcher found that both linguistic and psychological difficulties have an impact in the form of lacking fluency in speaking.


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