In recent years, shadowing has seen a significant surge in popularity in the field of English language learning. While much of the existing research has centered on its influence on listening skills, there is a prevailing belief that its benefits are predominantly observed among learners with lower proficiency levels. This study aims to examine the effects of post-shadowing on the listening skills of three different levels of learners in Japan. Three groups, low-, intermediate-, and upper-intermediate-proficiency learners, participated in eight shadowing practices which consisted of 15 minutes over the course of a month. The pre-and post-tests included the Eiken listening test and the dictation cloze test to measure phoneme perception and listening comprehension skills, respectively. The results showed that shadowing improved phoneme perception in the intermediate-proficiency group, but its effects were limited in low- and upper-intermediate-proficiency groups. Listening comprehension did not improve, and the scores of the low-proficiency group decreased from pre- to post-tests. However, regardless of their levels, most learners showed positive attitudes toward the shadowing experience and felt that it benefited their listening and speaking skills. The results are discussed in terms of second language acquisition (SLA) theories and psychological perspectives.
Abstract 일본요약 Introduction Literature Review Shadowing in SLA Framework Shadowing Research for Listening Learners’ Perception and Attitudes Toward Shadowing Methods Participants Materials Procedures Data Analysis Results Listening and Dictation Cloze Tests Questionnaire Discussion Limitations Conclusion Acknowledgements The Author References Appendix
The goals of Asia TEFL are to promote scholarship, disseminate information, and facilitate cross-cultural understanding among persons concerned with the teaching and learning of English in Asia. In order to accomplish this, Asia TEFL will pursue the following goals:
1. To link ELT professionals in joint research on issues and concerns regarding English teaching and learning in the Asian context.
2. To publish an academic journal, The Asia TEFL Journal, as an internationally recognized journal in the field of English language teaching.
3. To host conferences and seminars addressing important issues concerning ELT in Asia.
4. To develop proficiency guidelines and assessment methods designed for the needs of the Asian context.
5. To develop programs for Asian learners and teachers of English to build their English language proficiency and cultural understanding and provide them with the skills required to be efficient English teaching professionals.
간행물
간행물명
The Journal of AsiaTEFL
간기
계간
pISSN
1738-3102
eISSN
2466-1511
수록기간
2004~2026
등재여부
SCOPUS,KCI 등재
십진분류
KDC 740DDC 420
이 권호 내 다른 논문 / The Journal of AsiaTEFL Vol.21 No.1