Résumé:
This study aimed at engaging teachers’ and students’ evaluation of the effectiveness
of icebreakers in improving learners’ speaking skill. To achieve this aim, two
research tools have been self-designed “a teacher interview and students’
questionnaire” . The questionnaire was administered and distributed to fifty-five
second-year license university students at the department of Englishin Mohamed
Seddik Ben Yahia University . Whereas, the interview was conducted with four
teachers of the oral expression module at the same department . The result stated
that both teachers and students appreciate the use of icebreakers. Hence, teachers
consider that it is necessary to create a fun and stimulating atmosphere by using
different icebreakers activities. Students also confirmed that they learn better and
they really ameliorate their speaking skills through the use of Icebreakers in their
speaking classes. By applying icebreaker activities, a good interaction between
students and teachers is established in the classroom.
