Innovations in Language Education and Literature
Vol 2 No 1 (2025): JUNE 2025

Using TikTok English Song Lyrics to Improve Pronunciation Among Junior High School Students

Nurafifah, Aulia (Unknown)
Ridwan, Ridwan (Unknown)
Junaedi, Ahmad (Unknown)
Ikhsan, Ikhsan (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
12 Jun 2025

Abstract

This study explores the effectiveness of using English song lyrics from TikTok as a medium to improve students’ pronunciation skills. Employing a quasi-experimental design, the research involved 38 eighth-grade students at SMP Negeri Limboro in the 2024/2025 academic year. Participants were divided into two groups: an experimental group received instruction using selected TikTok English song lyrics, while the control group was taught using conventional methods. Data were collected through pre-tests, post-tests, and student questionnaires. Statistical analysis using SPSS showed a significant improvement in the pronunciation scores of the experimental group compared to the control group. The mean N-Gain score of 58.4% indicates a moderate level of effectiveness. Furthermore, students’ responses to the questionnaire demonstrated positive perceptions toward the use of English songs on TikTok as a learning tool. The findings suggest that integrating digital media, particularly short-form social platforms like TikTok, can enhance pronunciation instruction and motivate learners. This study contributes to the growing field of digital-assisted language learning and provides insights for teachers seeking innovative methods to support pronunciation development in EFL classrooms.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ilere

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Innovations in Language Education and Literature (ILEre) is a distinguished open-access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing scholarly knowledge in the fields of language education and literature. Our journal provides a platform for researchers, scholars, educators, and practitioners ...