The Faculty of Languages and Translation Online Resources Project aims to provide useful links for English Language Teachers and Learners. Please see the speaking skills table below. We welcome all suggestions. For any enquiries or suggestions, please email Dr. Eisa Asiri (ealeisa@kku.edu.sa).
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Name |
Link |
About |
Contributors |
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1 |
TALKENGLISH.com |
TALKENGLISH provides a myriad of resources aiding in spoken English proficiency. |
Mohammed Mahmudul Haque | |
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2 |
Better@English |
https://www.betteratenglish.com/practice-speaking-english-free |
A destination for those seeking free English speaking practice. If you aim to refine your speaking skills, practice is pivotal. Overcome geographical barriers and find speaking partners from around the world. |
Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
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3 |
Speaky |
Engage with native speakers globally. Harness the power of online video chats for practice, accessible to everyone, everywhere. |
Mohammed Mahmudul Haque | |
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4 |
Busuu |
A streamlined approach to bettering your English; spend just 10 minutes daily for noticeable improvement. | Heather Campbell | Community Manager | |
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5 |
Toastmaster |
Toastmasters Club, beyond being an English learning entity, is a speaking practice arena. It nurtures confidence in public speaking in English. Access online resources or join global clubhouses. |
Mohammed Mahmudul Haque | |
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6 |
Speaking is Easy |
A comprehensive platform offering written dialogues spanning various scenarios, ideal for contextual speaking practice. |
Mohammed Mahmudul Haque | |
| 7 | GrammarHow | https://grammarhow.com/ | From grammar to spoken nuances, GrammarHow offers holistic resources, simplifying language learning. | Martin Lassen | Founder & CEO |
| 8 | Open Textbook Library | https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks/stand-up-speak-out-the-practice-and-ethics-of-public-speaking |
A free resource by the Saylor Foundation, this textbook emphasizes public speaking, both in practice and ethics. |
Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 9 | Cambridge English Speak & Improve |
https://speakandimprove.com/ |
A novel initiative by the University of Cambridge, it aids in enhancing spoken English while contributing to research. |
Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 11 | MyEnglishPages.com | https://www.myenglishpages.com/english/speaking.php |
Immerse yourself in speaking lessons that seamlessly integrate into daily life, ensuring practical language usage. |
Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 11 | EnglishCLUB | https://www.englishclub.com/speaking/presentations.php |
Dedicated speaking lessons designed to foster real-life English communication. |
Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 12 | EnglishCentral | https://www.englishcentral.com/browse/videos | Combine listening and speaking practice with authentic news videos. The platform also boasts a pronunciation analysis tool. | Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 13 | MITOPENCOURSEWARE | https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/21g-223-listening-speaking-and-pronunciation-fall-2004/ | Designed for advanced ESL students, this course zeroes in on precision in pronunciation and comprehension of rapid English. | Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 14 | BBC LEARNING ENGLISH | https://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/learningenglish/grammar/pron/ | BBC's platform offers nuanced pronunciation tips and exercises, catering to diverse learning needs. | Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 15 | Tandem | https://www.tandem.net/ | Engage in mutual language learning via Tandem, connecting with millions and sharing linguistic expertise. | Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 16 | HelloTalk | https://www.hellotalk.com/ | A distinctive social app, HelloTalk merges language learning with interaction, offering myriad tools for a seamless learning experience. | Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 17 | Free4Talk | https://www.free4talk.com/ | An optimal platform for honing English speaking with like-minded individuals from across the globe. | Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 18 | Basic English Speaking | https://basicenglishspeaking.com/daily-english-conversation-topics/ | From interactive lessons to conversational activities, this site offers a plethora of resources to enhance spoken English. | Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 19 | The Mixxer | https://www.language-exchanges.org/ | A global community on platforms like WhatsApp and Skype, The Mixxer fosters language learning through interactive exchanges. | Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 20 | My Language Exchange | https://www.mylanguageexchange.com/default.asp |
With a diverse member base, this platform facilitates fluency in numerous languages by promoting native-speaker interactions. |
Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
| 21 | Conversation Exchange | https://www.conversationexchange.com/ | Forge connections with native English speakers keen on language exchange, fostering real-time conversational practice. | Mohammed Mahmudul Haque |
Last Reviewed: 9/28/2023