Teacher Strategies in Teaching English to Overcome First Language (L1) Interference at SMAN 2 Kendari

Abstrak

This study aimed to identify the strategies used by English teachers at SMA Negeri 2 Kendari in teaching speaking skills. The research employed a qualitative method, with purposive sampling used to select the participants. Data were collected through classroom observations and interviews with an English teacher at the school. The researcher utilized an observation checklist, semi-structured interviews, and teacher reports as instruments for data collection. The findings revealed that the teacher employed several strategies in teaching speaking, including discussion, role-play, reporting, games, and drilling. The implementation of these strategies was effective in developing students' speaking skills, particularly in the areas of vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and fluency. Moreover, these strategies contributed to reducing students' first language (L1) interference during English speaking activities.

Kata kunci

• First Language
• Interference
• Teacher Strategies