EXPANDING VOCABULARY THROUGH THE USE OF AUTHENTIC VIDEO MATERIALS IN EFL CLASSROOMS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16519363Keywords:
authentic materials, vocabulary acquisition, EFL learners, video-based learning, language exposureAbstract
Vocabulary acquisition plays a central role in developing communicative competence in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners. Traditional methods often rely on textbook vocabulary lists and rote memorization, which may not reflect the dynamic and context-based nature of real-life language use. In recent years, authentic video materials—such as movie clips, interviews, vlogs, and news segments—have gained popularity as effective tools for enriching vocabulary and providing learners with meaningful exposure to language in context.
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