An Analysis on the Ability of the First Year Students of English Department at Bung Hatta University in Listening to English Songs
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Abstract
The purpose of this research was to find out the ability of the first year students of English Department at Bung Hatta University in listening to English songs. The design of this research was descriptive in nature. The population members of this research were 38 first year students of English Department at Bung Hatta University. In selecting the sample, the researcher used simple random sampling technique. The number of sample members was 19 students. The result of the data analysis showed that the first year students of English Department at Bung Hatta University were classified into having moderate ability. It was proved by the fact that 20 students (80%) had moderate ability. Specifically, the students’ ability in comprehending the verse in listening to song was moderate. It was proved by the fact that 22 students (88%) had moderate ability. The students’ ability in comprehending the chorus in listening to song was moderate. It was due to the fact that 19 students (76%) had moderate ability. The students’ ability in comprehending the bridge in listening to song was high. It was proved by the fact that 23 students (92%) had high ability. Based on the results of the research, the English lecturers are suggested to develop material about song, give more exercises and motivation to the students. The students are expected to learn more and to do more exercises in listening to song. Furthermore, the researcher suggests the next researchers to find out students’ difficulties in listening to song and try to solve the problems.
Key words: Analysis, Ability, Listening, Song