A Study On Using English Songs To Improve Student’s Listening Skill In Ho Chi Minh City University Of Food Industry
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https://doi.org/10.60087/ijls.v1.n1.001Keywords:
Listening skill, English songs, Foreign language, Positive and negative connotationsAbstract
The study examines the use of English songs to enhance students' listening skills at Ho Chi Minh City University of Food Industry (HUFI). Listening, a crucial yet challenging language skill, often faces neglect in the classroom, leading to low student motivation and engagement. Traditional passive methods of teaching listening do not effectively address students' learning needs, prompting the exploration of alternative approaches. Music, particularly English songs, offers a dynamic way to create a relaxed and motivating learning environment, providing opportunities for meaningful language exposure through melody and lyrics. This research investigates the effectiveness of integrating English songs into listening exercises to improve listening comprehension among HUFI students. The study involved 102 participants, exploring their difficulties with listening, their perception of the use of songs, and the benefits derived from this method. Findings reveal that students struggle with recognizing English sounds, maintaining concentration, and grasping key ideas in spoken passages. However, using English songs has significantly enhanced students' listening skills by increasing their engagement, vocabulary acquisition, and comprehension abilities. The study highlights the positive impact of songs on student motivation and recommends incorporating music into language teaching to foster better listening outcomes.
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