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Exploring Student Experiences with the "FunNy-Fun&Handy" Android Listening App: A Study on Enhancing English Listening Skills through Popular Culture Integration Nasution, Nazlah Syahaf; Kifli, Barli
REGISTER: Journal of English Language Teaching of FBS-Unimed Vol 12, No 4 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/reg.v12i4.56282

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This research investigates the impact of an Android-based listening app, "FunNy-Fun&Handy," on enhancing students' English listening skills through engaging content on popular culture topics. Descriptive Qualitative method used in this research. Eleven participants engaged with the app, and their experiences were assessed through a Google Form questionnaire. Responses highlighted positive perceptions of the app's impact on motivation (Mean = 4.45), user interface (Mean = 4.18), and content effectiveness (Mean = 4.27). Participants expressed satisfaction with the app's usability (Mean = 4.27) and intention to continue using it (Mean = 4.45). Qualitative insights emphasized the engaging content's value, while suggestions for a balanced blend of entertainment and academics were noted. This study's findings underscore the app's potential for enhancing motivation and skill development, contributing to language learning applications. The research sheds light on the integration of popular culture content within language learning contexts, offering a promising avenue for improving students' English listening skills.
Exploring Student Experiences with the "FunNy-Fun&Handy" Android Listening App: A Study on Enhancing English Listening Skills through Popular Culture Integration Nasution, Nazlah Syahaf; Kifli, Barli
REGISTER: Journal of English Language Teaching of FBS-Unimed Vol. 12 No. 4 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/reg.v12i4.56282

Abstract

This research investigates the impact of an Android-based listening app, "FunNy-Fun&Handy," on enhancing students' English listening skills through engaging content on popular culture topics. Descriptive Qualitative method used in this research. Eleven participants engaged with the app, and their experiences were assessed through a Google Form questionnaire. Responses highlighted positive perceptions of the app's impact on motivation (Mean = 4.45), user interface (Mean = 4.18), and content effectiveness (Mean = 4.27). Participants expressed satisfaction with the app's usability (Mean = 4.27) and intention to continue using it (Mean = 4.45). Qualitative insights emphasized the engaging content's value, while suggestions for a balanced blend of entertainment and academics were noted. This study's findings underscore the app's potential for enhancing motivation and skill development, contributing to language learning applications. The research sheds light on the integration of popular culture content within language learning contexts, offering a promising avenue for improving students' English listening skills.