THE EFFECT OF VIDEOS ON DEVELOPING LANGUAGE SKILLS AND VOCABULARY: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

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This article presents a systematic review of the role of video-based instruction in foreign language learning, examining its impact on listening comprehension, speaking skills, reading skills, writing skills, and vocabulary acquisition. Synthesizing empirical studies and theoretical frameworks from 1981 to 2013, the review demonstrates that video offers significant advantages over audio-only materials for listening comprehension by providing visual cues and multimodal input that enhance concentration, retention, and accuracy. For speaking skills, authentic video materials particularly situation comedies and talk shows serve as powerful models of pronunciation, intonation, and pragmatic language use that scripted textbooks cannot replicate. Regarding reading, captioned videos and film adaptations of literary works improve comprehension, engage reluctant readers, and cultivate critical thinking abilities. Writing skills benefit from post-viewing activities such as film reviews, media diaries, and response papers. Vocabulary growth, while requiring regular and sustained exposure over extended periods, is facilitated through the multimodal input that videos provide. The article concludes with evidence-based pedagogical recommendations for integrating video-based instruction into language curricula.