THE RELATIONSHIP OF WATCHING ENGLISH MOVIES TO THE VOCABULARY

DEVELOPMENT OF GRADE 11 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS.

CHAPTER I
 THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

This chapter contains the problem and a brief introduction of the study

Background of the Study

Watching English movies helps the viewers especially students in improving

their English skills such as listening and speaking, as well as their vocabulary. As

stated by Tahir (2013), a persons vocabulary are words that are familiar to one

person and it develops as a person aged. It serves as a fundamental tool for

communication and acquiring knowledge.

Movies and television shows can provide with much more than entertainment.

English speaking versions with or without subtitles can be a hugely valuable way to

develop language skills in an enjoyable way. (Zozulak, 2016).

According to Donaghy (2014), for decades language teachers have been

using film in their classes and there are various reasons why films is an excellent

learning tool. First, it is more enjoyable and motivating. Second, it also provides

authentic language use in real situation outside the classroom and lastly, it gives

visual context.

However, an article from Bloomsberry International (2013), claims that it is not

a good idea to use English movies as a persons only method of learning. Watching

english movies to improve vocabulary has also its disadvantages, (1) Slang that is

presented in english language might not be correctly translated to others native

language. (2) There is no direct contact between the educator and learner. (3) might

be distracting (4) and educational part may take a small part of the film.

Though it is more advisable to study at an English school. But, it is still

recommended to all English Language Student to watch films in english in their

(Bloomsberry International, 2013).

Statement of the problem

The researcher aims to achieve the following in the end of the study.

● What are the positive and negative effects of watching english movies in

learning english

● What is the vocabulary skill level of the respondents

● What is the relationship between watching english movies to the vocabulary

skilla of students.

Significance of the Study

The researcher aims for the study to be beneficial to the following:

Students, this study will give students ideas on how they can improve their

vocabulary and other english skills through watching english movies.

Teachers, this study will help teachers in guiding their students for an effective

learning involving their vocabulary and give them idea on the importance of using

videos in teaching.

People who watch english movies, this study will inform them the benefits they

can get if they continue to watch english movies

Future researchers, this study could serve as their reference in making their

research involving watching english movies and vocabulary and the result of this

research can give them additional knowledge.

Scope and delimitation

english movies to the vocabulary development of students and the effects of

watching english movies in learning english . The respondents of the study are the

current grade 11 senior high school students of Lumil National High School. From a

total population of 169 students, 119 were used as a sample in the survey. This

research will also use descriptive correlational design to describe the relationship of

the said variables. It delimits that the study will not explain other aspects except

watching english movies and vocabulary of students.

Hypothesis

The researcher articulate the following to guide the study

Null hypothesis: There is no significant relationship between watching english

movies to students vocabulary development.

Alternative hypothesis: There is a relationship between watching english movies to

students vocabulary development.

CHAPTER II

REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

This chapter contains information from other people, articles, journal, studies

with the same topic.

used to combine a steady stream of images used for entertainment, education, or

other uses.

According to Zazulak(2016) Movies and television shows can provide with

much more than just great entertainment. English-speaking versions with or without

subtitles can also be a hugely valuable way to develop your language skills and

vocabulary.

Tahir(2013) describe Vocabulary as a set of words within a language that are

familiar to that person. A vocabulary usually develops with age and serves as a

usual and fundamental tool for communication and acquiring knowledge. Acquiring

an extensive vocabulary is one of the largest challenges in learning a second

language. It may also refer to the words that must be understood to communicate

effectively. Educators often consider four types of vocabulary: listening, speaking,

reading, and writing. (1) Listening vocabulary refers to the words we need to know to

understand what we hear.(2) Speaking vocabulary consists of the words we use

when we speak. (3)Reading vocabulary refers to the words we need to know to

understand what we read.(4) Writing vocabulary consists of the words we use in

writing.(Reading Rockets)

Based from a survey made by Pearson English almost 58% of English

learners have already stated that they use film and television shows as study aids to

help them learn English. Listening to conversations between characters and

understanding their relationship is a great way to gain a new perspective on English.

The fast dialogue and use of slang may seem daunting but it will help to get used to

the natural flow and sounds of the language. It is also useful to see facial

expressions and hand gestures, as these will give you more understanding of the
conversation. And also, Subtitles are a great idea as you can check on the meaning

of a word or you can pause the movie and repeat a sentence you would like to learn.

In some countries, such as the Netherlands, Scandinavia and Portugal, movies and

television programmes in English are subtitled.

General findings of several studies indicate that using subtitles and captions

when watching videos or TV programs is a powerful instructional tool in relation to

learning vocabulary and enhancing reading and listening comprehension skills

(Karakaş & Sariçoban, 2012).

Similarly, Yuksel and Tanriverdi (2009) maintain that most of the research

conducted in the field suggests that using subtitles and captions is valuable in terms

of improving the language skills.

Ziya(2018) also believes that watching english movies with subtitle improves

english Efficiency in various ways: First, It helps in learning the Pronunciation of the

words and to have a clearer picture of how a sentence is formed.Second,Subtitles

could be a great way to take English proficiency to next level. It helps to understand

things quickly, not to mention the Vocabulary improvement. Yes, it is true that if you

watch movies with subtitles, you are definitely going to learn new words in English

language. And lastly, If you are using Subtitles in video file while watching it, this can

also help you be good at Grammar because, in most of the movies, it is kept in mind

by the directors that audience get the grammar-free experience.

Rokni and Azzam (2014) stated that movies with English subtitles had a

significantly positive effect on the students' listening skill compared to the movies

with no subtitles. Students can listen to English being used in a very natural way.

Some actors and actress may speak too fast so that it is difficult for students to

understand what they are talking about, but it will be a perfect way for students to
listen to native speakers. Students can also listen to informal English and slang

words and phrases that they often do not find in books or dictionaries.

Advantages and Disadvantages

As stated by Donaghy(2014), Language teachers have been using films in

their classes for decades, and there are a number of reasons why film is an

excellent teaching and learning tool:

● Learning from films is motivating and enjoyable. Motivation is one of the

most important factors in determining successful second-language

acquisition.

● Film provides authentic and varied language. Another benefit of using film

is that it provides a source of authentic and varied language. Film provides

students with examples of English used in ‘real’ situations outside the

classroom, particularly interactive language – the language of real-life

conversation.

● Film gives a visual context. The visuality of film makes it an invaluable

language teaching tool, enabling learners to understand more by interpreting

the language in a full visual context. Film assists the learners’ comprehension

by enabling them to listen to language exchanges and see such visual

supports as facial expressions and gestures simultaneously.

● Variety and flexibility. Film can bring variety and flexibility to the language

classroom by extending the range of teaching techniques and resources,

helping students to develop all four communicative skills.

are still drawbacks. First, it takes long time to watch the movies so that students may

get bored. Using English movies in classroom will reduce students time to do

classroom activities such as writing or having discussion. According to Mirvan

(2013), a movie generally reduced active time into more than an hour so that it would

be a boring time for students to finish the movie till the end.

In line with that Champoux and Robert (2007) stated that some students

might resist viewing English film with English subtitle since it takes more time and

effort to follow because they should read the subtitles and watch the scenes at the

same time. Second, students prefer watching actors or actresses to focusing on the

main instructional goal. Every student has their own favorite actors and actress.

When they watch a movie that was starred by their favorite actors, they will focus on

the actors, not on the main instructional goal. Students will forget what the teacher

asked before they watched the movie.

Also, Ying and Zhang (2012) enunciate that the students may be attracted by

the actors and actress of the movie and forgot the purpose and aim of watching the

movie. While they are watching the movie, they cannot pay attention to their

tasks.Third, fiction movies can make students think and imagine something

illogically.

Sari and Sugandi (2015) conclude that to overcome the bad impacts of

movies, English teachers should consider some solutions such as teachers should

use short English movie to save time in learning, teachers should always remind

students the main instructional goal before and after watching the movies, and

teachers should select a good educational english movie.

Stafford(2010) provide a list of benefits of having a good vocabulary:

● Communicate more effectively.

● Improves self-confidence.

● Improves self-esteem.

● Adds sophistication to speech.

● Better/more job offers.

● Improves people’s perception of you.

In connection to that she also stated that “This is one thing that good or bad

vocabulary has power over: You can be the smartest person on the planet, but if

you’re lacking in the area of good vocabulary, people will never see you as an

intelligent person. You can also be the dumbest person on earth, but if you have

good vocabulary; people will think you’re smart. It boils down to perceptions, or

misperceptions and a person’s command of language.The majority of people aren’t

out to impress you with their language skills, they just enjoy having a good grasp on

speech and using better words to convey or clarify a message.”

Vocabulary is of much important than grammar. It is to communicate

successfully with other people. Having a mastery over it improves all areas in

communication - listening,speaking, reading, writing, and the ability to think.(Tahir,

2013).

Definition of Terms

Vocabulary - may indeed refer to the collection of words known by an individual or

by a large group of people.

listening, reading, writing or speaking.

Subtitles - captions displayed at the bottom of a movie or television screen that

translate or transcribe the dialogue or narrative.

Movies - also known as films, are a type of visual communication which uses

moving pictures and sound to tell stories or teach people something.

Informal language - is used when we're talking to friends, family or when we're at a

party.

Slang words - very informal language that is used esp. in speech by particular

groups of people and which sometimes includes words that are not polite

CHAPTER III

METHODOLOGY

This chapter contains the research design used, the population and sampling

technique, research instrument, the data gathering procedure and the statistical

treatment of data used in the research

Research Design

This study is about the relationship of watching english movies and students

vocabulary development. The research will use descriptive correlational design to

describe the what relationship the two variables have. According to CoarseHero
descriptive correlational research design is a scientific process that begins with

describing variables and later examines relationship among these variables.

Population and Sample of the Study

The respondents of the study are the current Senior High School students of

Lumil National High School, specifically the grade 11 with a total population of 169

students. Stratified Sampling Technique was used in determining the respondents. In

getting the sample size needed the researcher uses Slovin’s Formula and come up

with a sample of 119 students.

Research Instrument

A closed ended survey questionnaire was used as the main data gathering

instrument in this study. It is composed of 18 questions that will determine the effects

and relationship of watching english movies to students academic performance.

Data Gathering Procedure

The researcher prepared a letter approved by the Practical Research adviser

addressed to the principal of Lumil National High School as a permission in

conducting the survey.

The respondents of the study are the grade 11 senior high school students.

Survey Questionnaire will be distributed among the respondents and the tally of the

results will use as an essential data in the research.This study uses cross sectional

data collection because the data were collected once at a particular point of time.

Statistical Treatment of Data

product moment correlation coefficient is a measure of the linear correlation between two

variable x and y (Wikipedia).

● .To find the significant correlation between watching english movies and vocabulary

of students Pearson Product moment coefficient of correlation will be used

Formula:

Where:

r: Pearson Product moment Coefficient of correlation

n: sample size

∑x= summation of x

∑y= summation of y

∑x = sum of squares of x

∑y = sum of squares of y

● To determine the effects of watching english movies to the vocabulary of students

vocabulary the weighted mean will be used.

x = mean

∑f( x) + total of scores of students

N = No. of respondents