The Importance Of YouTube Videos In Enhancing EFL Learners' Vocabulary

Abstract

Despite its essential role in vocabulary learning and development, the use of YouTube Videos in EFL classrooms seems to be ignored. Its importance, however, have been praised in the academia. For that reason, the current study intended to explore the significance of YouTube videos to enhance the vocabulary of master one English students of Yahia Fares University of Medea. It aims to show the YouTube platform as an rewarding resource or tool to enhance students’ vocabulary. Furthermore, the incorporation of YouTube can also be regarded as an educational and entertainment strategy. This study adopted a descriptive design. A case study was undertaken at the department of English of Dr. Yahia Fares University (Medea) relying on one research instrument in order to collect data: a questionnaire for students and another for teachers. 35 master one students and 10 teachers collaborated to confirm this sample. The obtained data were analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. The findings of this research denoted that the majority of students and teachers held significantly positive attitudes toward using YouTube videos as a means to enhance students’ vocabulary. Thus, it was recommended that the integration of YouTube videos in the English language classroom should constantly be involved and encouraged