| dc.description.abstract | This study explores how students at Kampung Inggris develop confidence in speaking English, focusing on the internal and external factors that influence their progress, students’ perceptions of their learning journey, and the strategies they find most effective in overcoming speaking anxiety. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with six students who had studied at Kampung Inggris for at least six months. Thematic analysis was employed to identify recurring themes and patterns from the participants’ narratives.
The findings reveal that students’ speaking confidence is built gradually through the interplay of strong initial motivation such as the desire to work abroad or pursue international programs and a supportive learning environment characterized by English area rules, interactive methods like public speaking and roleplay, and the encouragement of empathetic tutors and peers. Students described their progress as a journey from initial fear and silence to greater fluency and spontaneity, supported by daily practice and authentic communication opportunities.
Furthermore, students highlighted specific self-regulated strategies such as preparing key points before speaking, practicing in front of a mirror, and using positive self-talk that helped them manage anxiety and speak more confidently. These findings emphasize that speaking confidence is not innate but develops through repeated practice, supportive feedback, and personal effort within an immersive language environment.
This study contributes to the understanding of affective factors in language learning and offers practical insights for tutors, learners, and language institutions aiming to foster speaking confidence in similar contexts
Keywords: speaking confidence, Kampung Inggris, thematic analysis, language learning strategies, affective factors. | en_US |
