The Impact of Silent Short Films on Enhancing EFL Students’ Speaking Skills

Abstract

This study examines the effect of using silent short films on enhancing English-speaking skills among undergraduate students. The primary objective was to determine whether visual and contextual cues in silent films can improve students’ speaking fluency, vocabulary retention, and communicative confidence. A quasi-experimental design was employed, involving 20 fourth-semester English students, with data collected through pre- and post-tests, and classroom observations. The results indicate a significant improvement in students’ oral performance, including increased fluency, accuracy, and participation. The study also demonstrates that silent short films facilitate contextual understanding and effective vocabulary usage. The findings support the integration of silent short films as an instructional tool in language teaching to foster communicative competence.