Podcasting Tasks and Students’ Aural-Oral Skills

Abstract

Traditional approaches to language teaching and learning have been challenged by
new and innovative approaches based on the latest advances in computer and internet
technology. With this, the study is conducted to ascertain if podcasting tasks are effective in
addressing the limited opportunities for practicing students’ aural-oral skills in English classes.
Moreover, pre - post tests are conducted to determine the entry and exit proficiency levels of
college students before and after integrating podcasting tasks. Their affective dispositions were
also drawn through the interviews conducted by the researcher. Results of the study showed that
students exit proficiency levels in both aural and oral skills improved significantly after
podcasting tasks. Students also noted high level of engagement as well as interest in the different
tasks. It is recommended that educators as well as administrators should look into the
curriculum and incorporate more tools, like podcasts specifically as it relates to the technodrenched
atmosphere of 21st century learners.