Expanding Communication Channels Through Video Novels In E-learning Environments تعزيز الاتصال من خلال التعلم الإلكتروني: دراسة حالة الروايات المصورة على شكل الفيديو

Improving communication skills in the classroom is a challenging and multifaceted task in the English learning process. Given the difficulties that students face when learning how to communicate effectively in English, this study aims to explore the importance of integrating Video Novels in the classroom to enhance the communicative competencies of third-year English students at Laghouat University. Video Novels, an essential tool of today's technological age, play a fundamental role in creating a friendly and enjoyable learning atmosphere that caters to learners' needs. To collect data, a quasi-experimental method is used based on a questionnaire and semi-structured interview administered to both teachers and students. These data collection tools aimed to understand their attitudes towards the integration of Video Novels as a new learning method in students' Foreign Language Learning (FLL) classes. The findings of the study revealed that students are highly interested in developing their communication competencies using Video Novels. Moreover, Video Novels enhance EFL learners' motivation and participation in the classroom. Video Novels can not only increase motivation and participation but also provide a unique and authentic source of input for learners to improve their English proficiency.