Factors Influencing Pre-Service English Language Teachers’ Presentation Skills

Abstract

Being able to express oneself verbally has been a sign of success since ancient Greece. However, expressing oneself accurately, speaking engagingly, and captivating an audience are skills that require continuous development. While some individuals possess an innate "orator", most find their speech influenced by various factors that impact their overall presentation skills. This research aims to ascertain which factors most significantly affect presentation skills in the university preparation of pre-service English language teachers. Although this topic has been studied before, there is a scarcity of data specific to Generation Z and their difficulties in proper self-presentation in a foreign language, particularly within pedagogical research. Besides observation and individual feedback, instruments like the Personal Report of Communication Apprehension and State Trait Anxiety Inventory provided a clearer understanding of students' overall condition.