The Effectiveness of Teaching English by Using Reading Aloud Technique towards EFL Beginners

Abstract

This research presents the effectiveness of teaching English by using reading aloud technique towards EFL beginners focused on freshmen who studied English Intensive Course during June to August 2014. However, twenty students were chosen as samplings to conduct the research based on reading aloud technique in order to evaluate the learner's capability of learning and understanding English language concentrated on reading comprehension skill. The fact is that the skill of reading is necessary among EFL learners since they must comprehend not only vocabulary but also techniques in learning English. The researchers realizes on the importance of learning English by using reading aloud technique towards EFL learners, and also compare result and satisfaction to learners with self-directed learning technique. Besides, the researcher realizes that Thailand is joining ASEAN community and English language will be essential in term of communication. Thus, Thai students should prepare and be ready for the upcoming future. To be able to master in all language skills, learners must learn and realize the importance of language. Using English in classroom is a way for learners to practice the skills. The researcher has planned to survey the way of teaching English and conducted this research by having pre-test and post-test and introduced self-directed learning in the same learning group, followed by reading aloud technique.