Video-Based Learning Approach for the Development of English Language Attainment Skill among the Graduate Students in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia-Study on Cognitive Theory

Abstract

This paper examines the effectiveness of learning English by Using video among Saudi university students. Accordingly, the study aims to investigate if this approach (learning English by using video) in university's English classes is effective and enough. To do so, study has been implemented during this semester of the academic year 2018 taking place in many Saudi universities. 100 university students were chosen to participate by answering a questionnaire, which uses as a tool of the research.  The questionnaire has 20 questions of open answers and 30 questions of closed answers. Moreover, many interviews are conducted with students and teachers who experienced this new approach. Then, the collected data analyzed to evaluate the opinions of participants about using videos in learning English. To sum up, the researcher hopes that the results of the questionnaire can provide useful information for educators and students of this approach. At the end, the paper offers suggestions and some concluding remarks about the impact of learning English by using video.