DEVELOPING ACADEMIC SPEAKING SKILLS THROUGH AN INTEGRATED APPROACH IN EAP CONTEXTS

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This article explores the effectiveness of an integrated skills approach in developing academic speaking and listening abilities among university-level learners in an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) context. The study focuses on combining listening, reading, speaking, and writing tasks to enhance learners’ participation in academic discourse. Drawing on established theoretical frameworks, the paper examines how structured activities such as lecture comprehension, peer discussions, and presentations contribute to improved fluency, coherence, and confidence. The findings suggest that integrating multiple language skills creates meaningful learning experiences and supports students’ transition from general English proficiency to academic communication competence.