Project-based approach through cultural activities to improve speaking skills in elementary schools

Abstract

This research project focused on the use of a project-based approach and how it functions in improving speaking skills through the development of cultural activities in elementary schools. The main aim is to describe the influence of the Project-Based Approach (PBA) on the students and how it helps them to increase their English language knowledge and feel secure speaking it. The qualitative method was used to acquire more information from teachers in “Matilde Hidalgo de Procel” Basic School and “Los Juguetones” Basic School employing interviewees to make an analysis and comparison of the previous findings to the participants’ answers. As a result, a project-based approach promotes collaborative work in students by developing projects in classes. They have the opportunity to work in groups, meet how their partners think, interchange opinions, develop their creativity, and feel confident working with others using cultural topics or activities in the classroom. It was an interesting investigation that helped to expand my knowledge of it.