EFL STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS TOWARDS THE USE OF SHADOWING TECHNIQUE ON THE IMPROVEMENT OF LISTENING COMPREHENSION

Abstract

The study’s focus on EFL students’ perceptions of shadowing technique for improving listening comprehension is valuable. This study aimed at exploring EFL students’ perceptions towards the use of shadowing technique on the improvement of listening comprehension in EFL context. This study addresses research questions regarding perceived effectiveness of shadowing; The participants were 36 Islamic university students of Kalimantan Muhammad Arsyad Al Banjari of the first year who were asked to complete a written questionnaire containing 5 items at the end of the study period. The study employs descriptive approaches, to analyze the results and findings. The results indicate that the majority of participants perceive shadowing as effective for improving listening comprehension. However, individual differences were found in how they favor the shadowing speed in relation to their comprehension of the content.