FACTORS AFFECTING STUDENTS' SPEAKING PERFORMANCE AT LE THANH HIEN HIGH SCHOOL

Spoken language production is often considered one of the most difficult aspects of language learning (Brown & Yule, 1983). In reality, many language learners find it difficult to express themselves in spoken language in the target language. Each student has their own problems. The purpose of this study was to investigate the speaking problems of the students at Le Thanh Hien High School and the factors affecting their speaking performance. The subjects of the study were two hundred and three grade 11 students and ten teachers of English. The research instruments used in this study were questionnaires and class observation. Based on the research findings some recommendations were made. The study was expected to help students improve their performance in speaking classes.