Project Proposal

Speak Up Club: Improving Students’ English Speaking Skills Through Conversation Activities

Submitted by:

Septi Handayani

(252122111208)

Class E of English Education Department 2025

1. Background

English is one of the most important international languages used in education, communication, and technology. However, many students still feel nervous and lack confidence when speaking English in public or during classroom activities. Most students understand grammar and vocabulary, but they rarely practice speaking in real situations.

According to Stephen Krashen (1982), language learners improve their language ability through communication and meaningful interaction. This statement shows that practicing English actively is very important for students in developing their speaking skills and confidence.

In many schools, English learning is often focused more on theory than communication practice. As a result, students become passive and afraid of making mistakes. Therefore, an English conversation club is needed to help students improve their speaking skills in a fun, active, and supportive environment.

The “Speak Up Club” project is designed to encourage students to practice English through conversation activities, discussions, games, and public speaking exercises.

2. Problem Statement

This project is conducted because of several problems, such as:

• Students lack confidence in speaking English.

• Students rarely practice English conversation.

• English learning activities are often too focused on theory.

• Students are afraid of making mistakes while speaking English.

3. Objectives

The objectives of this project are:

• To improve students’ confidence in speaking English.

• To encourage active communication in English.

• To create enjoyable English learning activities.

• To help students improve vocabulary and pronunciation skills.

4. Project Activities

The activities in this project include:

• Weekly English conversation sessions

• Group discussions

• English games and quizzes

• Vocabulary practice

• Public speaking practice

• Simple presentation activities

5. Participants

The participants of this project are:

• High school students

6. Schedule

-Week 1: Introduction and Ice Breaking

-Week 2: Basic Conversation Practice

-Week 3: Vocabulary and Pronunciation Activities

-Week 4: Group Discussion

-Group 5: English Games and Quiz

-Group 6: Public Speaking Practice

-Week 7: Simple Presentation Activity

-Week 8: Evaluation and Closing

7. Budget Plan

1. Learning and printing materials: Rp150.000

2. Snacks and drinks: Rp200.000

3. Certificates: Rp75.000

4. Decorations and equipment: Rp125.000

 TOTAL: Rp.550.000

8. Expected Outcomes

The expected outcomes of this project are:

• Students become more confident in speaking English.

• Students improve their communication skills.

• Students become more active during English learning activities.

• Students gain better pronunciation and vocabulary skills.

9. Conclusion

The “Speak Up Club” project is expected to become a positive learning activity for students who want to improve their English speaking skills. Through interactive and enjoyable activities, students can practice English more confidently and actively. This project also aims to create a supportive environment for English learning and communication.