USING VIDEOS ON TIKTOK TO ENHANCE ENGLISH MAJORS’ PRONUNCIATION AT A UNIVERSITY IN THAI NGUYEN PROVINCE

Autor(i)

  • Nguyen Thi Thanh Tu School of Foreign Languages, Thai Nguyen University, Vietnam
  • Nguyen Thi Hong Minh Thai Nguyen University of Education, Vietnam

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46827/ejel.v10i3.6339

Ključne riječi:

TikTok, duet feature, pronunciation, student engagement, word stress

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This study aims to explore the effectiveness of using the TikTok app, particularly its Duet feature, to enhance English pronunciation among second-year English major students at the School of Foreign Languages, Thai Nguyen University. The focus is on improving two key aspects of pronunciation: ending sounds and word stress. A group of 32 students participated in the study over a 12-week period, during which they engaged in weekly pronunciation activities by creating TikTok Duet videos based on model recordings provided by the instructor. Feedback from both peers and the instructor was given through the app’s comment feature. To evaluate the impact of this approach, data were collected through pre- and post-tests, weekly error tracking records, and semi-structured interviews. The findings suggest that TikTok not only supports measurable improvements in pronunciation accuracy but also promotes learner engagement, motivation, and autonomy. Moreover, the use of a familiar and interactive platform like TikTok is expected to reduce learner anxiety and encourage more consistent practice outside the classroom. Based on these outcomes, the study has offered practical implications for integrating social media into English pronunciation instruction in similar educational contexts.

 

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Biografije autora

  • Nguyen Thi Thanh Tu, School of Foreign Languages, Thai Nguyen University, Vietnam

    Nguyen Thi Thanh Tu is currently a teaching assistant at the Faculty of English, School of Foreign Languages, Thai Nguyen University. Her academic interests focus on English pronunciation training, learner motivation, and the integration of digital tools into language learning, particularly through Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) and classroom-based action research. With hands-on experience supporting undergraduate English majors, she actively explores innovative methods to enhance communicative competence and student engagement. This study reflects her commitment to bridging traditional instruction with emerging technologies, offering practical insights for improving pronunciation teaching in Vietnamese higher education.

  • Nguyen Thi Hong Minh, Thai Nguyen University of Education, Vietnam

    Dr. Nguyen Thi Hong Minh is currently working as the Dean and lecturer in the Faculty of Foreign Languages Education, Thai Nguyen University of Education, Vietnam. Her interests include innovative methods in English language teaching, technology and AI integration in language teaching and curriculum development for teacher education training programs.

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2025-10-22

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Svezak 10 Br. 3 (2025)

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