A study investigating factors that affect students speaking ability in english in SK Pasir Pandak / Julia Peter Rosen

This book was prepared after the researcher had determined the problem face by the Students of SK Pasir Pandak. The researcher used an exploratory research to do this study. Results showed that most ofthe students had either fear or unpleasant feelings about their English learning especially in speaking skills. The study had proven that attitude, motivation, exposure to the language, teachers’ and parents’ encouragement were the key factors that contribute to success and failure of the students. Several suggestions are provided for future application in teaching English to enhance students’ interest and students’ competence in the language.