Types of Oral Communication

INTRODUCTION Speaking is “the process of building and sharing meaning through the use of verbal and non-verbal symbols, in a variety of contexts” (Chaney, 1998, p. 13). Speaking is a crucial part of second language learning. Despite it’s importance, for many years, learning English has been undervalued. Traditionally, speaking has always been assumed that the ability is speak fluently followed from the learning of grammar and vocabulary with a bit of pronunciation thrown in. We now know that speaking is much more complex than this and that it involves both a command of certain skills and several different types of language. There are many importance of speaking English. Here now, we are going to see the importance of English Language for the purpose of study and work. English is important for study purpose so that we can communicate with the foreign students. English is also important for study and work purpose because it helps us to inquire knowledge. The learning process often requires one to have an inquiring mind. Good speaking skills will help one acquire knowledge effectively, especially when one is able to ask questions, express opinions and ideas, and summarize information. Speaking is also important for building our relationship. Relationship here involves relationship with our students, friends, lecturer and so on. Developing workplace competencies also need good speaking skills. People depend a lot on speaking when they are engage in different activities. Educationists deliver lectures and hold tutorials, discussions, forums and seminars. Speaking is on important skill when interviewing or training new employees, participating in discussions and giving public presentations or speeches. Most of our activity consists of a variety of communication activities such as listening, speaking, questioning, gathering and participating in small work groups. The listening skill is one of the most important aspects of communication process. It helps to