Non-English-majored Freshmen's Investigating Perspectives and Attitudes towards English Intonation through Podcast Integration in a Vietnamese University

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54855/acoj.2314211

Keywords:

intonation, podcasts, integration, Non-English-majored Freshmen, perspectives

Abstract

Intonation is a significant aspect of mastering effective communication but is often underemphasized in language education, particularly for non-English-majored students. This study aims to examine the background knowledge and perceptions of students regarding intonation before and after the utilization of podcasts. The study involves 120 first-year students at a Vietnamese university who are currently enrolled in a listening-speaking course. During five-week intervention, the students are exposed to activities that are based on podcasts. Data is collected through pre- and post-intervention questionnaires to evaluate the changes in their attitudes towards English intonation and podcast usage. The findings reveal that before the intervention, students possessed a limited understanding of intonation. However, after the intervention, participants expressed positive attitudes and improvements in English intonation, highlighting the potential of integrating podcasts as an additional resource during English lessons. Also, the research recommends that future research be conducted to explore the long-term impacts of podcasts on language development, especially speaking skills.

Author Biographies

Nguyen Hai Linh, FPT Polytechnic College, FPT University, Vietnam

Ms. Linh Nguyen is an English teacher for non-English-majored students at FPT Polytechnic College, FPT University, Vietnam. Her research interest is language teaching methodology, especially for teaching listening and speaking skills. She always tries her best to help non-English-majored students enhance their English competency.

Orcid account: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-8760-0755

Nguyen Thi Luong, FPT Polytechnic College, FPT University, Vietnam

Ms. Luong Nguyen is an English lecturer at FPT Polytechnic College, FPT University, Vietnam. She is interested in applying technology in teaching and classroom management.

Orcid account: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-4111-031X

Le Duc Hanh, Hanoi University of Industry, Ha Noi, Vietnam

Ms. Hanh Le has been working as an English lecturer at School of Languages and Tourism, Hanoi University of Industry, Vietnam since 2007. Besides teaching, she currently works as the deputy director of the center of training and partnership development at her school. She has taken responsibility of designing and teaching EOP blended program for technical students. Her areas of professional interest include professional development, EMI, and ICTs in education.

Orcid account: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2139-5729

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30-12-2023

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Nguyen, H. L., Nguyen, T. L., & Le, D. H. (2023). Non-English-majored Freshmen’s Investigating Perspectives and Attitudes towards English Intonation through Podcast Integration in a Vietnamese University. AsiaCALL Online Journal, 14(2), 168–184. https://doi.org/10.54855/acoj.2314211

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Vol. 14 No. 2 (2023): Computer-Assisted Language Learning

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