The Effects of Entertainment Media on Youth Language Learning in Algeria Case of Study: First Year EFL Students at Belhadj Bouchaib University Centre of Ain Temouchent

Abstract

TV series and songs are the most popular entertainment tools in the world, especially for young people, as they carry on them significant effects in various aspects. Therefore, young people can benefit from entertainment media in improving their language learning. The present extended essay aims at investigating the effectiveness of watching and listening to English TV series and songs in developing language learning process among Algerian students. The main issue of this study is to identify the significant role of English songs and TV series as tools of entertainment in helping young students’ language improvement. First year EFL students at Belhadj Bouchaib University Centre of Ain Temouchent are identified as the participants of this study. In order to investigate this matter, two main research instruments are utilized for collecting data, namely, a students’ questionnaire and interview. After analyzing data quantitatively and qualitatively, it was found that songs and TV series have a positive effect on students’ language learning process. Moreover, the findings reveal that learning embedded with entertainment media may help to motivate the language learners and improve their language learning skills and capacities. It can be concluded that the entertainment media turned out to be a useful tool for language learning enhancement. Furthermore, the students agree that songs and TV series have a large effect on their English language learning skills.