Multidisciplinary Journal of Science and Technology

THE CONCEPT OF SPEAKING COMPETENCE IN MODERN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING

Berdiyeva Anora Jonpulatovna

Keywords: speaking competence, communicative competence, English language teaching, oral skills, modern pedagogy

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Abstract

In modern English language teaching (ELT), speaking competence is considered a fundamental indicator of learners’ overall communicative ability. As English has become a global language of communication, education, and professional interaction, the ability to speak effectively is no longer an optional skill but a core objective of language instruction. This article explores the concept of speaking competence from theoretical, pedagogical, and practical perspectives. It examines major theoretical frameworks related to communicative competence, analyzes the components of speaking competence, and discusses contemporary teaching approaches aimed at developing learners’ oral communication skills. Particular attention is paid to challenges faced by learners in developing speaking competence and to the role of teachers and technology in overcoming these challenges. The study emphasizes that speaking competence develops most effectively through learner-centered, interaction-based, and technology-supported instructional practices. The findings highlight the necessity of integrating communicative methodologies and digital tools to enhance speaking proficiency in modern ELT contexts.

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