EFFECTIVE TECHNOLOGICAL TOOLS FOR ENGLISH SPEAKING PRACTICE

Through the implementation of technological tools, EFL speaking practice in the setting of the 21st century has brought back potential benefits for students. This study therefore aims to discover the application of technological tools from fifty students from two EFL classes for gifted students at Vinh University. The study follows two research questions: What are the effective technological tools that students use to improve their English speaking skills? In what ways do they utilize those tools effectively to improve their speaking skills? A collection of high-tech instruments to improve English speaking skills apparently helps both teachers and learners to enhance their teaching and learning. The findings indicate an array of positive aspects of applying technological tools in practicing and teaching speaking skills for both EFL learners and teachers. Keywords: IT tools, effectiveness, speaking skills. mixed-method