THE USE OF AUTHENTIC VIDEO IN ENGLISH LEARNING VOCABULARY: A NARRATIVE THEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

Abstract

This article uses a narrative thematic literature review to explore the utilization of authentic videos in learning English vocabulary. The study collects findings from previous research by identifying common themes on how authentic videos help in vocabulary development. According to the thematic synthesis, authentic videos improve learner engagement, offer contextualized and appropriate language input, and support incidental vocabulary acquisition. However, the literature also shows a variety of findings concerning their effectiveness, which are impacted by elements including instructional design, learner characteristics, and learning context. This evaluation focuses on regular pedagogical patterns and challenges in using authentic videos for learning vocabulary rather than evaluating the effectiveness of certain studies. The findings suggest that authentic videos need to be carefully selected and considered to meet learners' needs in vocabulary development.