THE EFFECT OF VERBAL INTERACTION ON SPEAKING ABILITY OF ELEVENTH-GRADE STUDENTS AT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 1 LURAGUNG

Abstrak

English speaking ability is an important skill that must be mastered by students in the era of globalization. This study aims to evaluate the effect of verbal interaction on students' English-speaking ability at SMAN 1 Luragung, focusing on frequency, quality, and its impact on self-confidence, fluency, and vocabulary mastery. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected through a questionnaire involving 1 class in 11th E grade with 31 students as respondents. Descriptive statistical analysis and correlation tests showed that verbal interaction had a significant effect on students' speaking ability. Students reported increased fluency (mean 3.77) and vocabulary mastery (mean 3.77) through verbal interaction. In addition, feedback from teachers and friends proved to be an important factor (mean=3.90) in the learning process.