AbstractThis study aimed to develop a provisional framework of English language speaking
skills for early childhood education (ECE) undergraduates. This study was carried out
to identify the level of speaking proficiency among the undergraduates, ascertain the
challenges faced by them in using English, and determine teaching and learning
strategies to overcome the challenges. The study adopts the mixed-method approach.
The method used for quantitative data was a survey and speaking test from 90
respondents. The method used for qualitative data was document analysis of
90 language test scores and semi-structured interviews with three students from
each semester and five ECE lecturers. The English proficiency level was acquired
through the respondents’ speaking test scores. The online survey was conducted to
ascertain the challenges faced by undergraduates. The semi-structured interviews of
students and lecturers were conducted to determine teaching and learning
strategies towards .....