Application Of Imitation Technique Toward Students’ Speaking Skill To The 12th Grade Students Of Madrasah Aliyah Al-Fathaanah 2023

Abstract

This Study aims to identify the process of English language courses in improving students' speaking skills as well as the strengths and weaknesses that exist.  This study uses a qualitative method.  Data collection was carried out using observation sheets and interviews.

The students in this study were students from an English language course at Al-Fathaanah Islamic Boarding School, Mempawah Timur District, Mempawah Regency. Mufradat course activities and English language training at the Al-Fathaanah Islamic boarding school ran smoothly and well. The results of the study showed that Al-Fathaanah MA students experienced an increase in speaking and gradual changes, especially in terms of pronunciation.

The advantages of the English course are the delivery of material well so that it is easy for students to understand anda relaxed atmosphere that makes students not feel tense while studying so that students become active and dare to ask questions. The weaknesses are the teacher's lack of ability to coach or persuade students to speak English during English club activities, lax regulations, especially disciplinary rules for students, and the absence of a structured approach, wich make difficult to ensure the development of comprehensive skills in all areas of language learning.