DIGIFLYERS: A DIGITAL STORYTELLING PROGRAM TO IMPROVE THE LISTENING PERFORMANCE OF YOUNG LEARNERS

Authors : Ayşenur AVCI, Devrim HOL

Pages : 446-474

Doi:10.21764/maeuefd.1114660

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Publication Date : 2023-04-29

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The purpose of this study is to find out the impact of DigiFlyers, a digital storytelling program, on the listening comprehension and performance of young learners. It was critical to establish validity and reliability by examining the data from a variety of perspectives, the current study used a quasi-experimental research methodology to collect data from participants, employing both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. As quantitative data, participants\` pre- and post-test results in Cambridge\`s YLE insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(Young Learners English); tests, Flyers, and the exam\`s listening portion were studied. After the pre-test, the experimental group was given DigiFlyers for eight weeks to see how it improved their listening comprehension and performance on the Flyers test for young English learners. The study\`s findings show a clear link between DigiFlyers and improved learners\` listening skills in the Flyers test. In addition, participants were interviewed at the conclusion of the DigiFlyers program to collect their in-depth impressions about the digital storytelling program. Participants stated that DigiFlyers not only improved their grasp of English but also raised their enthusiasm to study English throughout the interviews. To summarize, the digital storytelling program, DigiFlyers is a useful solution for young EFL learners who need to improve their listening comprehension abilities and pass the Flyers\` listening parts.
Keywords : Cambridge Flyers Test, Dijital Hikaye Anlatıcılığı, İngilizcenin Yabancı Dil Olarak Öğretilmesi, Dinleme Becerileri