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Students’ Voices on English Public Speaking Training Program at an Indonesian Vocational High School

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: English public speaking skills are crucial for career and professional success for vocational high school students. However, the existing literature indicates a lack of English language training at vocational high schools. Therefore, students have limited English public speaking skills, making competing in the global job market difficult. This study investigates students' voices on English public speaking training programs at their vocational school, focusing on their feelings and experiences after attending the program. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, this study collected data through questionnaires administered to 15 students who participated in the training program. The results show the students' excitement and interest in developing their English public speaking skills. The results also indicate a positive impact in showing confidence through the communication skills of the majority of the students. It can be concluded that developing English public speaking skills among vocational high school students can better prepare them to face the future and be better individuals academically and professionally.

Source: TEKNOSASTIK

DOI: 10.33365/teknosastik.v23i2.188