How to Teach Speaking – Scott Thornbury

How to Teach Speaking

by Scott Thornbury is a practical and insightful guide for English language teachers who want to develop effective strategies for teaching spoken communication. The book explores how learners acquire speaking skills and provides a wide range of techniques that teachers can use to build fluency, accuracy, and confidence in the classroom.

Each chapter combines clear theoretical explanations with practical classroom activities, offering a strong balance between understanding the principles behind speaking instruction and applying them in real lessons. The book also examines key aspects of spoken English—such as pronunciation, interaction, and discourse—and provides tools for assessing and improving learners’ speaking performance.

This resource is ideal for both beginner and experienced teachers, as well as teacher-training programs. It supports teachers in creating engaging, communicative lessons that help learners use English naturally and confidently in real-life situations.