131. What is the effect of communication on the improvement of language skills?

Communication has motivational and educational effects on language skills development.

I recommend presenting speeches and recording them.

Speech preparation requires thoughts and the ability to express them in an effective way. You will learn to use new words and phrases and how to pronounce and articulate them correctly.

Before writing a speech, first record your thoughts on the audio file. Then write them down, then edit your speech a few times.

The editing process is very educational and editing takes much more time than writing.

Prepare in advance your 2–3 key points and remember that a good presentation includes:

  • Engaging beginning, for example with a powerful quote or questions that create interest in your audience

  • Good structure: introduction, main part and conclusion

  • A powerful ending that is memorable for the audience

  • Clear messages which are stressed appropriately

  • Connection with the audience on an emotional level

Another thing to think about is the actual delivery of your presentation.

A good delivery has the following characteristics:

I advise my students, for example, to set up their own YouTube channel and create short video presentations.

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