The Impact of Using Audio-Visual Aids and Authentic Materials on Learners’ Performance in English Classes

Abstract

Educators emphasize the important of the authentic learning experiences for English learner. They try their best to make the activities in the language class are effective by replicate the kinds of interactions that students encounter outside the classroom such as smartphones and social network programs. Between all these applications, images play an essential role in the students’ lives. This study reviews the impact of using audio-visual aids and authentic materials on learners’ performance in English classes. The aim is to explore how teachers can employ serval teaching strategies and methods to activate multimedia integration into their classes. The results of this study would be of asset to several stakeholders.