Strategies for Reducing Oral Communication Apprehension in English: A Qualitative Study of Jordanian Undergraduates

Speaking is a basic element in acquiring any language. The ability to communicate orally the English language most significant skill, but many second learners face particular constraints mastering it. purpose of this qualitative study was learn about and comprehend Jordanian students' coping mechanisms strategies for overcoming reducing their own Oral Communication Apprehension (OCA), both inside outside classroom, as well suggested strategies. A sample undergraduate students selected from various programmes at Hashemite University (HU) Jordan where medium instruction. research method used elicit viewpoints with regard fear speaking English, either instructors class or classroom. results revealed that undergraduates HU employed five key manage reduce oral communication anxiety when These are interpersonal interaction, building self-confidence, practice preparation, external motivation, faking confronted unavoidable scenarios adopt self-calming techniques mitigate effects OCA.