DEBATES, PROJECTS AND PRESENTATIONS AS A WAY TO IMPROVE SPEAKING SKILLS

Abstract

This paper explores the effectiveness of debates projects and presentations as interactive teaching methods for improving students’ speaking skills in English. In modern language education, communicative competence is considered one of the most important goals. Debate activities and presentations provide learners with opportunities to express opinions, defend arguments, and develop fluency in a structured and meaningful context. The study highlights how these methods enhance vocabulary use, pronunciation, confidence, and critical thinking. The results indicate that students who regularly participate in debates and presentations demonstrate higher levels of oral proficiency compared to those who rely only on traditional learning methods.