Comparative analysis of english oral production and motivation when applying communicative approach vs grammar translation method in public school students of Loja

Abstract

Abstract: Generally, speaking skills are one of the most challenging language skills that learners must face but it has traditionally been forced in classes or sometimes ignored. Consequently, the topic Comparative Analysis of English oral production and motivation when applying Communicative Approach (CA) vs. Grammar Translation Method (GTM) in Public School Students of Loja. The main purpose was to measure oral production when applying GTM and CA in public school of Loja city. This research took a sample of 50 students who belong to the fifth grade and a teacher of basic general education (BGE). This study was carried out by the quantitative and qualitative method. Besides, a student s interview, a teacher's interview and pre and post tests were applied to gather qualitative information. Important findings showed that students felt comfortable learning English with the Communicative Approach through specific activities, and were motivated when visual materials supported the speaking activities. As main conclusions the study reveals that speaking activities increased students participation and CA is more effective than GTM since it provides interactive opportunities in the classroom.