DEVELOPING SPEAKING SKILLS OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS THROUGH COMMUNICATIVE LANGUAGE TEACHING (CLT)

Speaking is one of the most important skills in learning a foreign language, especially for university students who need to communicate effectively in academic and professional contexts. However, many students face difficulties in speaking English fluently and confidently. This article aims to explore the role of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) in developing the speaking skills of university students. The study analyzes the main principles of CLT and its effectiveness in improving students’ oral communication. The results show that CLT helps students become more active, confident, and motivated speakers by focusing on real-life communication and interaction in the classroom.