A Critical Analysis of the Effects of YouTube Videos on Students' English Language Skills
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17507/tpls.1507.31Keywords:
YouTube, videos, English language, education levelAbstract
Over the last two decades, major progress has been made in using technology and YouTube in the English language learning context to enhance students’ skills. Despite the popularity of research on YouTube as a platform, there is a lack of systematic empirical evidence regarding the YouTube video effect in the English language learning context. In response to the increasing use of YouTube videos for English language learning, this study investigates the status of YouTube in the English language learning context. The study reviewed 15 studies from 2015–2023 to assess the impact of using YouTube videos to improve students' English language skills. The results indicate that using YouTube videos positively impacts students' language learning. The results also reveal that students use YouTube videos to acquire and practice general English skills rather than specific skills such as listening, writing and reading. Additionally, the results demonstrate that the majority of studies on the use of YouTube videos for English language learning have considered other education settings. Although most reviewed studies concluded that YouTube videos positively impact students' English language skills, the literature also highlights certain challenges. Future studies should examine the impact of YouTube videos on specific English skills and examine several educational levels, including the university level.
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