An Analysis of Speech Introduction: a Case Study of English Students at Bung Hatta University  

Oleh:

Yanti, Yusrita ; Rina, Nova

Jenis: Article from Proceeding
Dalam koleksi: The 62st TEFLIN International Conference: Teaching and Assessing L2 Learners in the 21st Century, Denpasar, 14-16th September 2015, Book 2, page 838-846.
Topik: communication skills; public speaking; speech introduction; speech variety
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This case study was carried out at the English Department of Faculty of Humanities of Bung Hatta University. The aim of the study was to identify and describe the students’ skill in speech introduction. Generally, speaking in front of public is difficult because there are some differences between conversation and public speaking. Public speaking is more highly structured, requires more formal language, and requires a different method of delivery (Lucas, S. E., 2009). As stated by Lucas, S. E. (2009) “First impression are important. So are final impression. This is why speeches need strong introduction and conclusion”. Furthermore, there are many factors influenced that should be concerned or paid attention, such as controlling nervousness, having lots of vocabularies, understanding the seven elements of communication process, and paying attention of language use because language helps creating our sense of reality by giving meaning to events. In this study we analyzed 30 students’ speeches based on Public Speaking theories. The method applied was descriptive qualitative method to collect the data. From the data analysis, the results show (1) the different methods used by the students to gain the attention and interest of the audience, (2) the varieties of language use, and (3) the tendency of the students in starting their speeches. Next, as a contribution, we will discuss the benefit of learning the arts of public speaking that can improve students’ skills in speaking. Hopefully, it can be developed as a model by teachers or lecturers to support learning method in enhancing students’ skills in studying English.

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