Exploring Factors Affecting Public Speaking Performance of English-Majored Students at Ton Duc Thang University

Abstract

This research paper aims to investigate the various factors that influence the public speaking performance of English-majored students at Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU). The study explores and analyzes the specific elements that impact students' abilities in public speaking, providing valuable insights and recommendations to enhance their public speaking skills. The research employs a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, including a survey and interviews, to gather data from a sample of 122 junior and senior English-majored students enrolled in the Standard or High-quality program at TDTU. The findings of this study shed light on the psychological, linguistic, and instructional factors that contribute to students' public speaking performance. The results indicate that factors such as anxiety, self-confidence, language proficiency, and the quality of instructional support play a significant role in shaping students' public speaking abilities. The study offers practical strategies and recommendations to address these challenges, ultimately aiming to improve the public speaking competence of English-majored students at TDTU. The insights gained from this research are expected to contribute to a deeper understanding of the factors influencing public speaking performance and to provide the academic community with practical solutions for enhancing students' public speaking skills, which are crucial for their academic and professional success.