Effects of Former Experience, Self-study & Listening Comprehension Training on Foreign Language Listening Anxiety: The Case of EFL Teacher Candidates
International Journal of Listening, vol.38, no.2, pp.79-88, 2024 (Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 38 Issue: 2
- Publication Date: 2024
- Doi Number: 10.1080/10904018.2020.1764359
- Journal Name: International Journal of Listening
- Journal Indexes: Scopus, Academic Search Premier, ComAbstracts, Communication & Mass Media Index, Communication Abstracts, EBSCO Education Source, ERIC (Education Resources Information Center)
- Page Numbers: pp.79-88
- Anadolu University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
This study investigated the relation between students’ Foreign Language Listening Anxiety (FLLA) and their former listening comprehension training and self-study, whether FLLA decreases after listening comprehension training and students’ expectations from their teachers. Fifty-six First-Year ELT students participated. Data were collected with an FLLA Scale and three open-ended questions. Results revealed no significant difference regarding FLLA and former listening comprehension training and self-study. A significant difference emerged in FLLA after listening comprehension training. Most participants had no previous listening comprehension training and self-study included watching series or films. Participants provided various suggestions for the course.