PRACTICING ENGLISH SPEAKING IN VIRTUAL REALITY ENVIRONMENTS
Keywords:
Virtual Reality, English speaking skills, immersive learning, language anxiety, pedagogical technology, communicative competence, simulated environments.Abstract
This article explores the transformative role of Virtual Reality (VR) in
developing English speaking skills among second-language learners. While traditional
classroom settings often struggle to provide authentic, high-stakes conversational
practice, VR technology offers a unique solution by creating immersive, three
dimensional worlds. This study examines how these simulated environments help
reduce learner anxiety, promote "spatial presence," and provide realistic contexts for
communication. By analyzing the psychological and pedagogical benefits of VR, the
article argues that immersive technology is moving from a futuristic concept to an
essential tool for achieving oral fluency in the digital age.
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