EXPLORING ESL STUDENTS' SELF-CONFIDENCE IN SPEAKING ENGLISH AT CENTRAL PUNJAB UNIVERSITIES, PAKISTAN

Abstract

Acquiring English as a second language could be a complicated process for non-native learners due to cultural differences, teaching strategies, unfamiliar environment and lack of speaking confidence and skills in front of people. The article emphasizes on the importance of English as a global language to attain opportunities worldwide, challenges faced by ESL learners’ and some strategies which can improve the confidence of learners. This research is conducted to identify, which are the major factors that hinder learners to speak English confidently and fluently. Quantitative method is used in conducting research through online survey. The data has been collected by close-ended questionnaire. The respondents of this study are the students of Higher Secondary Education, BS students who are getting this degree in both public and private sectors, and the students who have completed their degrees but still can’t speak English confidently and fluently in front of people.