Slide 1: Title
Exploring the Impact of Using Song in Teaching Listening
On Students’ Motivation and Proficiency at SMP N 3 Teluk Dalam
Hendrawan Rizky (20060011)
English Education Department
Universitas Bina Bangsa Getsempena
Explanation: This research investigates how the use of English songs can enhance
students’ motivation and listening proficiency, especially in a rural school setting.
Slide 2: Background of Study
English is globally important: English has become the international
language and is a key part of education systems around the world.
Listening is often difficult for students: Among the four language skills,
listening is considered the most challenging, especially when students
have limited exposure.
Conventional media are less effective: Audio recordings and drills used
in traditional methods are often boring and demotivating.
Songs offer an engaging and authentic approach: Songs can provide
real language input in a fun and familiar way, motivating students to
participate more actively.
Slide 3: Statement of the Problem
1. Is the use of songs in teaching listening effective in improving
students’ motivation and proficiency?
→ This question seeks to test whether songs make a measurable difference
in student outcomes.
2. What are the students’ responses toward the use of songs in teaching
listening?
→ This looks into how students feel and react to song-based learning
compared to conventional methods.
Slide 4: Objective of the Study
To investigate the impact of using songs on students' listening
motivation and proficiency at SMPN 3 Teluk Dalam
→ The aim is to find out if there is a positive effect and how significant it
is.
Slide 5: Significance of the Study
Theoretical:
→ This research adds to existing literature on innovative teaching
methods, especially in listening skill development.
Practical:
o Teachers: Can inspire teachers to use songs as effective classroom
media.
o Students: May help learners enjoy listening activities and improve
faster.
o Education: Provides input for curriculum developers to consider
more varied and engaging teaching strategies.
Slide 6: Scope of the Study
Focuses on using songs to improve listening skills in Class VII at
SMPN 3 Teluk Dalam
→ The research is limited to one grade level and one school, focusing
specifically on listening skills using songs.
Slide 7: Hypotheses
H₀ (Null): Songs do not significantly affect students' motivation and
proficiency.
H₁ (Alternative): Songs significantly improve students' motivation and
proficiency.
→ These hypotheses will be tested through pre-test and post-test data
analysis.
Slide 8: Literature Review
Listening is crucial in language acquisition: Listening is the foundation
of language learning and comprehension.
Songs reduce anxiety and aid memory: Songs lower affective filters and
make it easier for students to absorb vocabulary and expressions.
Motivation is key in language learning: Without motivation, students are
less likely to engage or succeed in learning English.
Slide 9: Previous Studies
Ludke et al. (2014): Found that singing enhances memory retention in
language learners.
Shen (2019): Reported that music improved students’ listening
comprehension in China.
García & Cabal (2016): Showed that songs enhanced both listening and
speaking skills in young learners in Colombia.
→ These findings support the idea that songs are beneficial in language
teaching.
Slide 10: Research Methodology
Quantitative, pre-experimental design: Involves collecting and
analyzing numerical data.
One-group pre-test & post-test: The same group of students is tested
before and after treatment to see if there’s improvement.
Slide 11: Population and Sample
Population: All Grade VII students at SMPN 3 Teluk Dalam (36
students).
Sample: 12 students from class VII-B, selected based on purposive
sampling (considering gender, academic level, etc.).
Slide 12: Data Collection Techniques
Pre-test and post-test: Students take a test before and after being taught
using songs.
10 multiple choice items: Questions assess vocabulary, comprehension,
and sentence understanding from songs.
Media: English songs are used as the primary learning material during
treatment.
Slide 13: Data Analysis Techniques
Normality Test: Checks if the test data follows a normal distribution.
Homogeneity Test: Ensures that the test scores are comparable before and
after treatment.
T-Test: Statistical test to determine if there’s a significant difference in
student performance.
Slide 14: Conclusion
Songs are an innovative and enjoyable media in teaching listening:
They transform the classroom atmosphere.
They significantly enhance students’ motivation and proficiency:
Based on prior research and the hypothesis, songs have strong potential to
improve learning outcomes.
