Study on the Output-Oriented Listening for Speaking Approach in Senior High School Oral English Teaching under the Background of Core Competencies

Abstract

In response to the challenges faced in high school oral English instruction, this study explores the application of the Output-Oriented Approach (POA) combined with the “Listening for Speaking” method in senior high school oral English teaching, under the framework of core competencies. The research investigates how integrating listening comprehension with speaking tasks can improve students' speaking fluency, accuracy, and overall language proficiency. Through a teaching experiment involving senior high school students, the study examines the impact of this integrated approach on students’ development in critical thinking, cultural awareness, and communicative competence. The findings demonstrate significant improvements in students’ oral English skills, along with increased classroom engagement and motivation. The method also effectively reduced speaking anxiety and enhanced cross-cultural communication abilities. This research contributes to the theoretical development of POA and offers practical insights for high school English teachers to enhance their students’ language abilities in line with core competencies. The study highlights the importance of integrating authentic listening materials with meaningful speaking tasks, providing a structured framework for improving oral English proficiency in high school settings.