Activities for using films in English language teaching

International journal of English learning and teaching skills, 2023

In the age of globalization the place of English is undeniable. Since, non-native English language learners face environment and exposure issues, utilizing films in English teachinglearning process is entertaining and motivating for learners of different level in a country like India. Films provide the students with everyday language words, which otherwise difficult to get in multilingual Indian atmosphere. Combining audio-visual methods makes a film a comprehensive tool for English language teaching. The audio-visual method also helps learners to focus while watching and listening. Films can include several characteristics like incomplete sentence, false starts, hesitation, dialectical difference, gender and ethnic variation etc. in teaching learning which a textbook cannot present. Films are effective ways to motivate oral skills as they present contemporary language with fashionable expressions. Through Films it is possible to teach vocabulary of certain social situations. Sufficient repetition and practice can help learners receive a great number of vocabularies despite their previous linguistic experience. To use films to teach grammar is better trying: grammar assignments, introduction to new grammar topic, introducing a grammar rule based on some scene etc. Films can also offer variety to writing skills like film review, comparing a film with a book, giving alternative ending etc. A film can work as space for cultural discussions as well. Written and oral assessments can suffice individual and groups. Activities may include describing a scene, dialogue role playing, writing or commenting on films etc. This paper mainly focuses on the ways how English language films can be incorporated in teaching learning process of English language in a multilingual country like India. It also focuses on the audio-visual technologies of recent time that can be in utilised in English language classroom.

Social science and humanities journal, 2023

This study looks into the benefits of employing movies as a pedagogical tool in English language teaching programs. The objective is to explore the potential of movies in enhancing English language teaching and gauge some teaching challenges related to using them in English language teaching. A quantitative approach was utilized, employing a questionnaire distributed to English teachers. The aim is to assess their opinions on the integration of movies into instruction and to explore common challenges associated with their use as teaching resources. The study concludes that incorporating movies into EFL instruction can be an effective strategy for enhancing students' language skills and fostering a more engaging learning environment. The findings also suggest that movies provide students with contextualized language input, foster cultural awareness, and stimulate their enthusiasm for learning English. Furthermore, the study recommends two methods for creating movie-based teaching materials: worksheets and interactive video quizzes using the Edpuzzle platform.

In this booklet, the author discusses the ways in which film may be used to extend and enrich the study of literature and explores the rhetoric of film-how it uses visual symbols, similes, and other metaphors to give depth to its content, and how it can broaden characterization and emphasize the symbolic and aesthetic highlights of setting in sequences that last.only seconds. Topics of chapters are film and literature, films to extend or compare with works of literature, films as illustrations of literary techniques, and films instead of novels. A list of references, an annotated filmography, and a bibliography are included. (JM) *

Asian Journal of University Education, 2021

The increasing importance of using movies to enhance second language teaching and learning has been addressed by researchers and educators. A few scholarly studies have effortlessly put forward significant findings on using movies in the area of theoretical bases, pedagogical aspects and learners' perspectives. However, more studies need to be explored further as proposed by many scholars in their suggested future research. Hence, this study aims to investigate perceptions and experiences among university undergraduate students in exploring English language movies of their own choice for their oral commentary presentations. A corpus of English movies selected by students was used to assist students in their presentations. A total of 77 university undergraduates took part in the study. The data was collected through an online survey which consisted of a three-section questionnaire: demographic profile, learners' perceptions and learners' experiences. The data were analysed descriptively using SPSS version 20. The results revealed that using movies has helped students mainly, in improving their oral skills, vocabulary, interest and motivation as well as decreasing their anxiety and tension. This study adds to the body of knowledge and benefits educators and instructors on using movies for language teaching and learning.

Films can be used as a pedagogic means to improve language learning, based on the premise that, they provide real-life language input. In addition, films have the potential to provide language learners audio and visual stimuli; therefore they are essential tools in the development of foreign language proficiency. The present study aims at exploring the effectiveness of films as authentic materials on language learning. The questionnaire that was conducted on 80 undergraduate students in this study yielded that films can foster language learning.

KY PUBLICATIONS, 2022

The foremost challenge faced by English learners belong to other native language is lack of conversation in the daily environment that they go through; this method of learning a language is considered to be best for learning spoken in English. Often there are English teachers considered as the primary source of language input in the classroom setting has lack of required knowledge in the non-native language i.e., English. We consider this problem, numerous audio and visual techniques could be put to work in context that can enhance the quality of opportunities for learning English through communication through various resources, which will prove to be new and better procedures to learn a language.

Proceedings for 4th International Conference on Issues in Language Teaching and Learning amongst Non-Native Speakers. , 2018

Over the years, a substantial shift in language teaching and learning has taken place in tertiary institutions as students are exposed to more authentic and stimulating materials to build their language skills. In this research, language learning strategies and Kolb's experiential learning theory are combined to find out how movies can be a tool to be used as part of a classroom activity which allows effective learning to take place while developing students' English proficiency. An objective questionnaire was developed to find out whether movies can influence students' language learning strategies and experiential learning. Students sitting for ELC231 Integrated Language Skills III course were conveniently sampled as one of the assessment requirements was to present an oral commentary on English movies. A pilot test was conducted on 30 students to test the reliability of the questions. The result of the Cronbach's Alpha analysis showed a high .877. The questionnaire was then distributed to 111 students. Descriptive statistics analysis was conducted to identify the highest means for both language learning strategies and experiential learning. The findings of the study potentially validate the use of movies as an effective learning tool. I hear and I forget, I see and I remember, I do and I understand. (Confucius)

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PAKISTAN LANGUAGES AND HUMANITIES REVIEW

English movies are one of the media for teaching learning processes that can pique students' interest and elicit their imagination. The kids have a concept they want to explore in their heads, and they will be able to express it in English. The goal of this study is to show how to use English movies to improve speaking skills.

2021

Film is a powerful medium for language acquisition; Not only does viewing films allow learners to experience language used in various real-life contexts, but the medium of film itself is a form of communication. Through the active viewing of films, students can explore how people with diverse backgrounds, accents, and cultures communicate using multiple modes such as gestures, images, and sounds. When learners are familiar with the techniques used by filmmakers to convey meaning, they can use the medium of film themselves to tell their stories and share their perspectives through filmmaking projects. Such projects can be collaborative and engaging and build on the four skills as well 21st century skills. This thesis establishes a theoretical foundation by introducing key theories related to the use of film for language learning and how they can be beneficial if implemented effectively. The author then examines teacher preparedness for implementing film viewing and filmmaking in the ...