Phonetic Integration in Google Dictionary: Shaping English Pronunciation from the TESL Students’ Perspective in Universiti Selangor
Journal: International Journal of English, Literature and Social Science (Vol.9, No. 4)Publication Date: 2024-07-04
Authors : Fasihah Raihani Binti Abdul Rahman Manivanan Bala Saravanan Keisha Jambulingam Rus Shafrena Binti Sapee Shafie Siti Noor Azilah Binti Abdullah;
Page : 338-348
Keywords : pronunciation; TESL; phonetics features; digital tool; Google;
Abstract
This study investigates the influence of phonetic integration in Google Dictionary on English pronunciation from the perspective of TESL students at Universiti Selangor. The study used a quantitative approach with a descriptive design to determine if there is a link between how often TESL students use Google Dictionary and how well they pronounce words. It also examines how different features of Google Dictionary affect their pronunciation skills. The sample comprised 120 students from the Foundation in TESL, Diploma of Education (TESL), and Bachelor of Education (TESL) programs. Data was collected through a survey administered via Google Forms and analysed using SPSS with descriptive statistics. The instrument demonstrated high reliability, with a Cronbach's alpha of 0.951 across 22 items. The result indicated that Google Dictionary is an effective tool for pronunciation learning and positively impacts TESL students. It helps the students improve their English pronunciation. The phonetic features integration in Google Dictionary significantly aids TESL students in enhancing their pronunciation skills. This study highlights the importance of utilising digital tools in language learning and suggests that educators should encourage students to use such resources to support their pronunciation practice.
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