THE ROLE OF DIRECT METHOD AND COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE TEACHING METHOD IN THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE SPEAKING SKILL

In the modern era, language learning has become an essential tool for global communication. Among the core language skills, speaking is one of the most challenging for learners to develop. Traditional methods have often proven insufficient in fostering spontaneous and confident speaking abilities. This study investigates the role of the Direct Method and Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) method in enhancing learners’ speaking skills. The research aims to determine how these methods affect oral competence, to compare their theoretical and practical foundations, and to identify which method better promotes fluency and interaction. Using mixed research methods including surveys, interviews, and classroom observation, data were collected from teachers and university students. Results show that CLT encourages active participation and contextual learning, while the Direct Method strengthens natural acquisition through immersion. The study concludes that integrating both methods effectively contributes to improving learners’ communicative competence and confidence in speaking.