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Exploring EFL University Students Experiences in Using Podcasts for Listening Skills Syahril Rohim Zulfikar; Devi Mulatsih; Utut Kurniati
Journal of Educational Management Research Vol. 5 No. 4 (2026)
Publisher : Al-Qalam Institue

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61987/jemr.v5i4.2744

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This study aimed to explore EFL university students’ experiences of using English podcasts as a resource for developing listening skills. A qualitative descriptive research design was employed to gain an in-depth understanding of students’ experiences, perceptions, benefits, and challenges in podcast-based listening learning. The participants were fourth-year English Education students who regularly listened to English podcasts as part of their independent learning activities. Data were collected through an open-ended questionnaire and analyzed using Braun and Clarke’s (2021) thematic analysis approach. The findings revealed four main themes: experiences of using English podcasts, the influence of podcasts on listening development, advantages and challenges of podcast use, and students’ perceptions of podcasts. Students reported that podcasts supported their listening comprehension, familiarity with different accents and speaking rates, vocabulary development, pronunciation improvement, and confidence in understanding spoken English. Although students encountered challenges related to fast speech, unfamiliar vocabulary, slang expressions, and accent variations, they developed strategies to overcome these difficulties. The findings imply that podcasts can serve as flexible and meaningful digital learning resources that promote authentic language exposure and support independent listening development among EFL learners.
Podcast As Reflection Platform for Promoting EFL Preservice Teachers’ English Skill, Sense of Motivation, And Critical Thinking Muhammad Hafizh Fariadhi; Yustian Fadlan Fadillah; Rana Rahmat Hidayat; Apandi Apandi; Utut Kurniati
Prominent Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Prominent: Journal of English Studies
Publisher : Universitas Muria Kudus

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24176/pro.v8i2.15281

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This study investigated how pre-service EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teachers perceived the use of podcasts as a reflective tool to improve their motivation, critical thinking, and English language skills. The primary goal was to find out how podcasts can reinforce language competencies, reflective practice, professional development, and richer and deeper learning. Case study was the method used whereby 34 students of a private Indonesian university participated in a two-week podcasting exercise. Semi-structured interviews and surveys were the methods used to gather data. It revealed that the podcasts encouraged self-expression, critical reflection, and growing confidence alongside linguistic skill, in terms of listening and speaking. In addition to this, participants reported that freedom to learn alone had increased motivation and satisfaction levels. The study makes several recommendations for improving the use of podcasts in EFL contexts, including making sure the content is credible, incorporating interactive elements to prevent passive learning, and completely incorporating podcasts into the EFL curriculum. It is recommended that future studies investigate the use of podcasts in diverse educational contexts and look into their long-term effects. All things considered, the study shows that podcasts are a versatile and useful tool that can enhance future EFL teachers' language learning and professional development. 
Co-Authors Apandi Apandi Devi Mulatsih Muhammad Hafizh Fariadhi Rana Rahmat Hidayat Syahril Rohim Zulfikar Yustian Fadlan Fadillah