The application of podcasts in order to improve senior school students’ listening and vocabulary skills

Abstract

This research examines the application of podcasts as an innovative tool to enhance senior school students' listening comprehension and vocabulary acquisition. With the increasing prevalence of digital learning, podcasts provide a flexible, authentic, and engaging medium for language education. The study aims to evaluate how structured podcast-based activities contribute to language development and foster learner motivation. By addressing gaps in existing literature and exploring the practical integration of podcasts in classroom settings, the research seeks to offer actionable insights for educators. Findings from this study are expected to highlight the effectiveness of podcasts as a pedagogical strategy, bridging theoretical understanding with real-world application to support language learning in senior schools.