The Perception of Using Short Films in Enhancing Speaking Skill

Abstract

The present study aims at showing to what extent can short films be beneficial in improving speaking skill. It also seeks to find out whether first-year students of English language at Mohamed Seddik Ben Yahia University are aware of the role of short films in enhancing their speaking skill. This study is based on the hypothesis that if short films are used as a pedagogical tool at the department of English, Mohamed Seddik Ben Yahia University, students’ speaking skill will be improved and their interest in language will be increased. Consequently, a questionnaire was administered to the first-year EFL students to confirm this hypothesis. The data gathered from the questionnaire shows that students have positive attitudes toward the use of short films in the classroom. Moreover, some recommendations and comments are proposed for more effectiveness concerning the topic.