Speaking Challenges Among English Club Members at One Islamic Boarding School in South Sumatera

Lenny Marzulina; Muhamad Holandyah; Dian Erlina; Herizal Herizal; Hikmah Zalifah Putri; Lia Hidayati

doi:10.36706/jele.v11i1.34

Authors

Lenny Marzulina Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang
Muhamad Holandyah Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang
Dian Erlina Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang
Herizal Herizal Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang
Hikmah Zalifah Putri Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang
Lia Hidayati Universitas islam negeri Raden Fatah Palembang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36706/jele.v11i1.34

Keywords:

challenges, English club, speaking skill

Abstract

This present study aimed at investigating speaking challenges encountered by students participating in an English Club at Daarul Abroor Islamic boarding school, Banyuasin, South Sumatera, Indonesia. This study employed qualitative research methods, utilizing a case study approach. Data were collected through observation, and interview. The participants included six students who had joined the English club. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis. The results indicated that the challenges faced by students in speaking English within the club included a lack of vocabulary, reliance on their mother tongue, insufficient self-confidence, and low motivation. Recognizing the challenges students face in their speaking practice at the English Club is important for developing effective solutions to create a more supportive environment.

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