The Impact of English Movies on Speaking Fluency: A Study of College-Level ESL Learners

Abstract

English movies aids improve conversation skills, acoustic understanding and pronunciation. Large number of ESL learners consider that movies motivating than conservative instruction approaches. ESL students that watch English movies on a regular basis develop their vocabulary, understanding and confidence in English language usage. English movies make language usage healthier and raise understanding of other cultures. The present research reflected the involvements of ESL learners and overall impact of movies on language fluency. Research showed the importance of movies as an additional, yet effective method for learning language fluency. To achieve the study objectives, the researchers conducted a quantitative study based on adapted questionnaire where 300 students participated in the study from various private colleges of city Khairpur district. The questionnaire contained on fifteen close ended items was used as a research instrument. The data was analyzed by SPSS and presented in tables. The findings of the study showed a positive impact of watching movies on students’ language fluency. Therefore, this research suggested the increase in use of movies to learn language fluency and to make learning motivating and interesting.