ROLE-PLAY ACTIVITIES USING ISLAMIC EDUCATIONAL CONTEXTS TO ENHANCE ENGLISH SPEAKING

Abstract

For English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners, speaking fluency is still a significant obstacle, especially in situations where exposure to real-world communication is scarce. This study looks into how well role-playing exercises integrated into Islamic educational settings might improve students' English-speaking abilities. It is anticipated that learners will feel less anxious, be more engaged, and perform better orally when communication activities incorporate well-known religious and moral themes. In this study, secondary EFL students took part in structured role-playing sessions over the course of one academic term using a quasi-experimental methodology. Speaking assessments, observation checklists, and learner reflections were used to gather data. The results show that students who participated in role-playing exercises with an Islamic setting significantly improved their fluency, vocabulary utilization, and communicative confidence. According to the study's findings, culturally sensitive role-playing is a successful teaching method for enhancing speaking proficiency while being true to students' identities and values.