Self-Assessment and the Use of Social Media Enhance the Speaking Skill

Abstract

The purpose of this research was to create in the students the ability to self-assess in speaking tasks as a way to improve it. As a result, due to the pandemic and the switch to online classes, the students’ lack of participation in oral production was noticeable. Their pronunciation and fluency required significant attention. All activities, exercises, and role-plays are aimed at achieving the required level of A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (Council of Europe, 2018). The use of self-assessment as an implementation strategy was necessary to evaluate the students and give feedback. This can be a harder assignment, as it can be confusing to really understand and grade their own progress. However, with the right amount of practice and set of instructions, students can learn how to self-assess to enhance their work.