Strategies for Developing Public Speaking Skills for Preparatory and Secondary School Students at Imam and Preacher Schools in Istanbul, Republic of Turkey

Abstract

The study aimed to shed light on some methods for developing speaking skills for non-native Arabic speakers. To achieve this goal, the study adopted a descriptive and analytical approach, reviewing previous studies related to methods for developing speaking skills among non-native Arabic speakers. One of the most important findings of the study was that it demonstrated that speaking skills are one of the basic and fundamental skills for learning Arabic for non-native speakers. It reflects the learner's ability to communicate and interact effectively in daily life situations, making it an important criterion for determining a learner's linguistic proficiency. Through a review of previous literature, the study concluded that many non-native Arabic learners suffer from weak oral expression. This is due to a lack of sufficient attention to developing pronunciation, expression, and interaction skills during lessons, and the fact that some educational programs are limited to reading and writing skills only.