JELT: Journal of English Language Teaching
Vol 8, No 2 (2024): SEPTEMBER

The Use of Songs to Improve Listening Skills in Twelfth-Grade Students of Senior High School Number 8 Jambi

Guk-Guk, Elsa Oriana Raja (Unknown)
Yurni, Yurni (Unknown)
Munawwaroh, Khidayatul (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
10 Oct 2024

Abstract

This study investigates the effectiveness of using English songs as a teaching technique to improve listening skills among twelfth-grade students at SMA Negeri 8 Kota Jambi, Indonesia. Employing a true experimental design, the research compared an experimental group receiving instruction through songs with a control group receiving conventional instruction. The sample consisted of 73 students, divided into two classes. Data was collected through pre-tests and post-tests, using a listening test that involved completing song lyrics with omitted words. The study utilized quantitative analysis methods, including normality tests and t-tests, to evaluate the impact of the song-based instruction. Results indicate the use of English songs significantly enhanced students' listening skills compared to conventional methods. This research contributes to the growing body of literature on innovative approaches to English language teaching, particularly in improving listening skills in EFL contexts. The findings offer valuable insights for educators seeking to incorporate engaging and culturally rich tools in language instruction, potentially improving overall language proficiency among students.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jelt

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

JELT: Journal of English Language Teaching that published by the English Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Batanghari University. JELT: Journal of English Language Teaching aims at reporting high-quality empirical and original research contributions for the benefit ...