USING THINK-PAIR-SHARE TECHNIQUE TO MAKE STUDENTS ACTIVE IN SPEAKING CLASS

The method used in this study is library research. Readings are obtained from various sources that are processed and described in a descriptive way. This study is expected to be useful for other English teachers. The objective of this study is to show how Think- Pair-Share can make students more active in speaking. Based on the analysis of the theories, it is found that think-pair-share technique which has three steps can make students active in teaching speaking because of its ability to let students think together, change oneself mind and look for problem solving. By running all of the procedures and activities in teaching speaking, think-pair-share technique can build strong cooperation and personal relationship between the teacher and the students in order to make students enjoy their learning process. This technique also can be the best way in building self confident. It is also found that the students can feel enjoy in learning English by using this technique through giving opportunity for them to speak English without a doubt