THE IMPACT OF AUDIO MEDIA IN SHAPING LISTENING SKILLS AMONG ESL LEARNERS
Keywords:
ESL listening skills, audio media in language learning, podcasts for ESL learners, autonomous learning, language acquisition, accents and dialects in English, audiobooks in ESL education, listening comprehension, educational technology in ESL, contextualized learningAbstract
In an era dominated by digital media, the role of audio media in language acquisition has become increasingly significant. This article explores the profound impact of audio media in shaping listening skills among English as a Second Language (ESL) learners. With evidence from recent research, it discusses how audio media aids in comprehension, accent adaptation, and linguistic retention. Furthermore, it examines the integration of podcasts, audiobooks, and language learning applications as tools for immersive and autonomous learning. This discussion highlights audio media as an essential element in modern ESL pedagogy, emphasizing its potential to bridge linguistic and cultural gaps.
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