Audio Visual Media and English Learners

Abstract

Media is everywhere; it has become a part of our daily life. People today are better informed and more enlightened thanks to the service of the media. Complaints about its negative effects have been heard and even those who criticize media for its negative impact cannot ignore the fact that media can be used as an effective tool to educate, inform and entertain. For myriad reasons, Audio visual Media, especially videos are definitely acknowledged as one of the most effective tools in education an d training. The purpose of learning any language is to communicate effec tively and no communication is possible if one doesnt get a chance to communicate. It is natural that the demand for communication is high in this ever - changing world. And no doubt English language plays a major role in todays global communication. It is not a subject to be studied. It is rather a skill to be practised. Therefore, practical experience is necessary and any skill can be mastered only through practice. Participation really matters. Exercises those demand verbal interaction (writing as well a s speaking) will definitely exploit the verbal skills of any student. The course material for learning needs to be very creative as creative course material definitely yields better resu lts. Bearing in mind all these features and positive input of media in education, a detailed analysis of available resources and their role in improving the basic skills - listening, speaking and writing - has been attempted. Based on personal experience and feedback received from colleagues, this study aims at giving some pra ctical suggestion and tips on how to use Media in the classroom.