S.P.E.A.K. (Speech Performance, Engagement, Articulation, and Knowledge): An Intervention to Enhance Oral Communication Skills among Senior High School Students

Maria Rizalie  Lindo,

S.P.E.A.K. (Speech Performance, Engagement, Articulation, and Knowledge): An Intervention to Enhance Oral Communication Skills among Senior High School Students

Discipline: Education

Abstract:

This study explored the experiences and perceptions of Grade 11 students who participated in the S.P.E.A.K. intervention, a program designed to enhance oral communication skills. Using a descriptive phenomenological approach, ten students were interviewed through focus group discussions and in-depth interviews. Findings revealed that students overcame anxiety, gained confidence, felt motivated through interactive learning, and experienced a supportive environment. The most effective components were regular speaking practice that improved fluency, engagement activities that encouraged real-world communication, and articulation exercises that strengthened speech clarity. Despite these benefits, students identified limitations such as limited impromptu speaking opportunities, need for extended practice, desire for individualized feedback, uneven emphasis on components, and time constraints. These results suggest that while the S.P.E.A.K. intervention effectively enhances speaking skills and confidence, improvements such as more spontaneous speaking, personalized guidance, balanced activities, and longer practice sessions could increase its effectiveness.

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