Speaking Accuracy and Self-directed Learning

Abstract

Studying the relationship between self-directed learning and speaking accuracy of learners could be significant as its results may help the learners gain better speaking abilities. To fulfill the purpose of the study, sixty Iranian second language learners at the upper intermediate level were selected based on the results of PET as the proficiency english test. They also receive a pretest of speaking accuracy before experiencing the treatment. Following 8 weeks of instruction the participants took a post test of speaking accuracy as well as the self-directed Readiness scale questionnaire. The findings revealed that the participants in the experimental group outperformed the ones in the control group. The results of the study could be employed by EFL teachers to help the learners gain better results in their attempts to learn English as a foreign language.