The cooperative learning in speaking – fluency development

Abstract

The present research is based on cooperative learning in the English speaking fluency development. Taking into account the students‟ English level from the language center at Universidad Technical de Cotopaxi; group work activities are proposed to encourage students to produce the language orally without fear of making mistakes while speaking. In addition, the application of this teaching method provided confidence, reliance, and support enough to reach their personal goals and improved their linguistic competences, social skills and the use of the English language. The use of dynamic activities in class showed the students‟ abilities to solve problems among them, providing mutual respect and interaction while working and learning together. A survey was applied to carry out this research and it was analyzed through the Cronbach Alfa. In addition, a pretest and posttest were applied at the beginning of the semester and after of the implementation of cooperative learning activities that helped students to work in groups and to communicate between classmates in a better way.