Self-assessment of Role-plays to Improve Speaking

Abstract

This study describes the application of self-assessment through role plays for the development of speaking skill in English. It was applied to 10 volunteer students of a public school in Moraspungo. Who were interested in improving their speaking skill. Despite being students of a public school located in a rural area, they mostly demonstrated a B1 level in the placement test. To collect information about their perspective of this innovation, some instruments were applied through the WhatsApp app. Students' responses were positive and a great contribution to this study. Students stated that self-assessment of roleplays helped them to develop their speaking skill using vocabulary according to the situation, correct grammar structure, proper pronunciation with the confidence and motivation necessary for learning English as a second language. This study is of a great contribution for English teachers, especially those who work in rural areas and require a useful strategy for the development of students' speech in EFL.