BANKING ACADEMY OF VIETNAM FACULTY OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES ---------- GRADUATION THESIS TOPIC: English-majored students' perceptions of the use of YouTube as a medium for independent English learning - A case study at Banking Academy. Student : Vũ Ngọc Hoàng Sơn Class : K22ATCB Academic year : 2019 – 2023 Student ID : 22A7510033 Advisor : Ms. Nguyen Thi Minh Hang (MBA) Ha Noi, May 2023 17014126264021000000 DECLARATIONS I, Vu Ngoc Hoang Son, hereby declare that the dissertation titled English-majored students' perceptions of the use of YouTube as a medium for independent English learning - A case study at Banking Academy, submitted for the degree at Banking Academy, is entirely my original work under the supervision of Ms Nguyễn Thị Minh Hằng. All sources utilized in this dissertation have been appropriately acknowledged and credited.
By signing this statement, I declare my commitment to honesty and integrity of academic work and recognize the necessity of sustaining these principles. Ha Noi, 9th May 2023 Signature Vũ Ngọc Hoàng Sơn i ACKNOWLEDGMENTS I am truly grateful to have finished this thesis, which I believe to be the pinnacle of my academic career at Banking Academy. This achievement would not have been achievable without the invaluable assistance of numerous people who have played important roles in my life. First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude thanks to Ms.
Nguyễn Thị Minh Hằng, who has been my guiding light during this difficult journey. Her knowledge, excitement, and continuous feedback on my study were critical in finishing my thesis. This path would have been overwhelming without her unwavering support and mentoring. I also want to express my deepest gratitude to my family and friends, who have been my pillars of strength throughout this difficult period.
Their unwavering support, empathy, and encouragement have been vital in enabling me to endure and, eventually, accomplish my goal. I'd want to thank all of the students who took the time to fill out the questionnaire for this thesis. Their excellent efforts and comments were critical in shaping and making the research meaningful. Despite the fact that this thesis reflects my best efforts, I recognize that it is far from flawless.
I would appreciate any comments, recommendations, or constructive criticism that might assist in improving the quality of this work. I'd want to thank everyone who has been a part of this incredible trip once again. Thank you for assisting me in making my dream a reality. ii TABLE OF CONTENTS DECLARATIONS.
ii TABLE OF CONTENTS. iii LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS. vi LIST OF TABLES. vii LIST OF FIGURES.
ix CHAPTER I: INTRODUCTION. The background of the study. Significance of this study. Objectives of the study.
Scope and limitations of the thesis. Structure of the Thesis. Definition of Key Terms. Attitude Toward Using.
Independent Language Learning. Theoretical And Conceptual Framework. The use of YouTube as a medium for learning English. Technology Acceptance Model (TAM).
Challenges for Students in Utilizing YouTube for English Learning. 18 CHAPTER III: METHODOLOGY. Locale of the study. Data gathering procedure.
Population and sample description. 33 CHAPTER IV: RESEARCH FINDING AND DISCUSSION. The categories of videos on YouTube that students watch to improve their English language skills. Reliability of the measurement.
Students’ Perceived Ease of Use in using YouTube as a medium for independent English learning. Students’ Perceived Usefulness in using YouTube as medium for learning English independently. Students’ Attitudes toward the use of YouTube as medium for learning English independently. Students' Behavioural Intentions in using YouTube as medium in learning English.
Reliability of the measurement. Students' Challenges in using YouTube for learning English independently. 79 CHAPTER V: CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS. 96 v LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS No Abbreviation Meaning 1 ESL English as a Second Language 2 EOU Ease of use 3 TAM Technological Acceptance Model 4 EFL English as a Foreign Language 5 SPSS22 Statistical Product and Services Solutions version 22 vi LIST OF TABLES Table 3.1: Description of the Questionnaire .2: Questionnaire Coding Frame Data .3: Interpretation of Mean Scores.1: Sample of the study .3: Reliability statistics of Students’ Perceived Ease of Use .4: Reliability statistics of Students’ Perceived Usefulness .5: Reliability statistics of Students’ Attitudes .6: Reliability statistics of Students’ Behavioural Intentions .7: Reliability statistics of Students’ Challenges .8: Mean score scale of Students’ Perceived Ease of Use .9: Mean score scale of Students’ Perceived Usefulness .10: Statistics on Students’ Perceived Usefulness .11: Mean score scale of Students’ Attitudes.12: Mean score scale of Students’ Behavioural Intentions .13: Reliability statistics of Students’ Challenges .14: Mean score scale of Students’ Challenges .15: Statistics on Students’ Challenges.
81 vii LIST OF FIGURES Figure 2.1: Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) (Davis, Bagozzi, & Warshaw, 1989) .1: Data gathering process .2: Sample size calculation based on Fisher’s formula .3: Cronbach’s Alpha Formula .1: The categories of videos on YouTube .2: Statistics on Students’ Perceived Ease of Use .3: Statistics on Students’ Attitudes .4: Statistics on Students’ Behavioural Intentions. 74 viii ABSTRACT This research investigates how English-majored students perceive the use of YouTube as a medium for independent language learning in the Faculty of Foreign Languages at Banking Academy. The Technological Acceptance Model framework and an adapted survey were used to assess 120 students on their perceived ease of use, usefulness, attitudes, behavioural intentions, and challenges in using YouTube for independent English learning. Despite limitations such as technological issues and restricted engagement with teachers and classmates, most students regarded YouTube to be a simple, cost-effective, and accessible tool that helped them enhance their language abilities considerably.
They are really motivated to utilize YouTube to improve their English abilities and want to use it independently in the future. The author makes various useful recommendations for students and teachers, including investing in a reliable Internet connection, choosing suitable content, creating goals and schedules, exploring opportunities for interaction, offering advice, and remaining motivated and disciplined. By following these recommendations, students and teachers can maximize YouTube as a resource for language learning. Key Words: Students majoring in English, Technological Acceptance Model (TAM), YouTube as a medium for independent English study, student perceptions, and a case study.
ix CHAPTER I: INTRODUCTION 1. The background of the study In recent years, the use of technology in education has become increasingly prevalent. Digital technologies are playing an increasingly essential role in how people learn English. Digital devices and platforms have become ubiquitous in language learning, particularly English language learning, as a result of the accelerated development of digital technologies.
Technology has revolutionized the field of English language learning, providing learners with unprecedented access to authentic language materials and interactive communication opportunities (Chapelle, 2003). (Chapelle, 2003) also addresses the potential of technology to enhance language assessment by providing more accurate and objective measures of language proficiency. YouTube has emerged as a popular platform for distributing educational content due to its accessibility, adaptability, and abundance of resources. YouTube has been utilized in the field of English language learning, and there is a developing interest in investigating the effectiveness of YouTube as a medium for learning English as a foreign language (EFL).
In the twenty-first-century classroom, it is crucial to comprehend how YouTube is used as an effective educational and motivational instrument (Duffy, 2008). As one of the most prestigious universities, Banking Academy is an educational institution that provides English language courses for students majoring in banking and finance. As English is a requirement for these students' future professions, it is crucial to identify effective and efficient methods of teaching and learning English. YouTube has the potential to provide these students with an innovative and interactive English-learning experience.
However, little is known about how English-majored students perceive the use and challenges of YouTube as a medium for independent English learning as a foreign language at Banking Academy. This study seeks to resolve this gap in the literature 1 by investigating English-majored students' perceptions of the use of YouTube as a medium for independent English learning at Banking Academy. Significance of this study The study titled " English-majored students' perceptions of the use of YouTube as a medium for independent English learning at Banking Academy" has substantial implications for both teachers and students. Improving Teaching Strategies: The findings of this research will help instructors understand how students perceive YouTube as an independent learning tool.
This knowledge may assist teachers in adapting and improving their teaching practices in order to use YouTube as a successful supplemental resource in the classroom. Overcoming Challenges: By recognizing the difficulties that students have when using YouTube for independent English learning, instructors can offer targeted solutions, advice, and assistance to assist students in overcoming these obstacles. Students may benefit from more effective and interesting learning experiences as a result. Promoting Digital Literacy: As instructors have a better understanding of their students' experiences using YouTube for independent language learning, they may play an important role in helping students build their digital literacy abilities.
Teachers may enable students to become more discerning and self-directed learners by mentoring them in accessing and assessing online resources. Better Learning Outcomes: Understanding how students perceive YouTube as an independent learning tool may lead to more effective integration of the platform in English language education. This may lead to better learning results because 2 students can access a variety of genuine, varied, and engaging information that is customized to their own learning needs. Autonomy and Motivation: As students become more adept at using YouTube for English learning, they will develop a greater sense of autonomy and motivation.
This will motivate kids to take charge of their education and actively seek out possibilities for development and improvement. Cross-Cultural Exposure: YouTube provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for English-majored students at Banking Academy to immerse themselves in real language situations and be exposed to a variety of accents, dialects, and cultures. This may help them improve their language abilities, cultural comprehension, and global awareness. Objectives of the study The two objectives of this study are to provide an overview of the diverse viewpoints of present students whose major is English for Finance and Banking at Banking Academy of Vietnam regarding the utilization of YouTube as a means of independent English learning as a foreign language at Banking academy.
To understand how English-majored students at Banking Academy perceive the use of YouTube as a medium for independent English language learning. To understand the challenges of English-majored students at Banking Academy in utilizing YouTube as a medium for independent English learning. Research questions This study aims to address the question of how English-majored students perceive the use of YouTube as a medium for independent English learning as a foreign language. How do learners perceive the ease of use of YouTube as a medium for independent English learning? 3 2.
How do learners perceive the usefulness of YouTube as a medium for independent English learning? 3. What is the attitude of English-majored students at Banking Academy towards using YouTube for independent English language learning? 4. What are the behavioural intentions of English-majored students at Banking Academy towards using YouTube for independent English language learning? 5. What are the challenges for English-majored students at Banking Academy in utilizing YouTube as a medium for independent English learning? 1.
Scope and limitations of the thesis The scope of this thesis is to investigate the perceptions of English-majored students at Banking Academy regarding the use of YouTube as a medium for learning English independently as a foreign language. The research will concentrate on how students perceive YouTube's usefulness as a language learning tool, as well as the factors that influence their perceptions, such as their attitudes and personal background with using YouTube for language learning. The research will be carried out on a sample of English-majored students at Banking Academy. This thesis has a number of limitations.