Learners' perspectives on enhancing speaking skills out of-class through technology in the Naama environment

Abstract

Technology has revolutionized education by providing tools such as computers, tablets, and online resources, which support learning both inside and outside the classroom. This out-of-class learning enables personalized, self- paced education, fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and flexibility. Tools like educational websites and mobile apps enhance engagement and practical skill development. Effective use of technology also prepares students for a technologically advanced future, emphasizing its importance in modern education. Additionally, speaking skills are crucial for effective communication, involving fluency, pronunciation, and body language. Developing these skills requires practice and supportive learning environments. Understanding students' perspectives, shaped by their unique experiences and backgrounds, are vital for creating inclusive and motivating educational experiences. Acknowledging and integrating these perspectives into teaching practices can improve engagement, motivation, and academic success, fostering lifelong learning and critical thinking skills. The present study aims at investigating the impact of using technology to enhance speaking from learners’ perspectives. To construct this work, a case study was conducted at Salhi Ahmed University Center in Naama where students from second year license L2 at English department were selected as the sample population. The researchers chose the questionnaire and structured interview as a research instrument to collect data in which distributed to students. The data collected were analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. The findings of the study showed that the using technology allows learners to do better by making them working in flexible manner, independently at their own pace .They did however , express dissatisfaction at the lack of training on some technology tools, and other different difficulties an challenges related to the use of the technology programs. Therefore, it was recommended to work better by adopting new effective methods to promote the productivity and the effectiveness of technology in improving speaking in the future.