THE USE ORAL DRILL METHOD IN TEACHING SPEAKING STUDENTS OF EIGHTH GRADE MTS AL-AMIRIYYAH

ABSTRACT

English is one of the most difficult subjects in Indonesia. Almost students in Indonesia are
afraid to speak English. Therefore, speaking is one of the important competencies that must
mastered by students at school. There are various methods that can be used for teaching
speaking, one of is oral drill method. Several previous studies stated oral drill method was
effectively used to improve speaking skills. The researcher looked at the use of oral drill method
in teaching speaking by using qualitative descriptive research design. The researcher was
conducted on eighth grade excellent class of MTs Al-Amiriyyah in academic year 2020/2021.
Researcher conducted research instrument by Classroom Observation, Interview and
Documentation. The result of the analysis are follows: 1) The students ability in speaking
English lacking before using the oral drill method 2) The students are afraid to speak English
because the lack of vocabulary and unconfident speaking English. 3) There are changes in
students after using oral drill method. They are more active in participating in learning English
so it can be concluded that the teaching method using the oral drill is effective in improving
speaking skills.
Key word: Teaching Speaking, Oral Drill Method