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ERIC Number: EJ1381004
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 10
Abstractor: As Provided
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EISSN: EISSN-2395-9908
Authenticity, Believability, and Cultural Accessibility of Listening Texts: An Exploratory Study in Omani Classrooms
This research aimed to evaluate the relevance and appropriateness of listening texts in Omani classrooms and delve into the connectedness and cultural accessibility of the context of listening texts in an EFL listening classroom environment. It also aimed to explore their authenticity, believability, and cultural values all vital factors in evaluating the listening texts' significance and effectiveness. The data-gathering procedure involved recording and evaluating recordings for listening practice, conducting an interview with Language Studies teachers, and collecting students' feedback on the recording's cultural value and accessibility. Results suggested that students are provided with resources for Western culture and not Eastern culture. The interviews supported this stance as the teachers also believed that there should be more resources for cultural information and societal value. Therefore, it was concluded that research in a foreign language listening classroom should focus on making the lessons more meaningful by exploring the authenticity of the listening materials that give access to the socio-cultural aspect, factual knowledge, and context. Pedagogically, the researchers hope that this study can support the Philosophy of Education in the Sultanate of Oman that aspires for all Omani students to develop themselves in an integrated learning environment that values the philosophy, culture, identity, and aspirations of the Omani society.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Oman
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