Home⇛Student Journal of Technology and Educational Research⇛vol. 2 no. 2 (2025)

The Role of English Film Viewing in the Vocabulary Skills Development and Language Learning Motivation of English Major Students: A Basis in Designing Video-Based Learning Material

Reymark B. Maliwat | Marvin S. Payumo | Mae Ann M. Marling | Ericka Ckynny T. Domingo | Roan Gayle M. Corpuz | Jennelyn L. Raymundo

Discipline: Education

 

Abstract:

This study investigated the role of English film viewing in the vocabulary development and language learning motivation of English major students at Isabela State University–Echague Campus and served as the basis for developing video-based learning material. Using a descriptive-correlational design, data from first- to third-year English majors were collected through validated questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics, ANOVA, and Pearson correlation, with findings strengthened through triangulation. Findings revealed that ESL learners perceive English film viewing as enhancing vocabulary skills—particularly in word relationship and word order—and increasing language learning motivation across integrative and instrumental orientations, attitudes toward English, desire to learn English, and motivational intensity. Significant differences were found by sex in vocabulary development, and by sex and year level in motivation, with a significant positive relationship between the role of English film viewing on ESL learners’ vocabulary skills development and language learning motivation. Given these findings, the study supports the use of video-based learning material integrating film excerpts, contextual vocabulary tasks, and guided grammar activities to promote sustained vocabulary development and language learner motivation.



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