“Teaching English by music”

COMMUNAL STATE INSTITUTION SECONDARY SCHOOL №32

Azimbayeva Balzhan Nurbolatovna

The purpose of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of using music as a tool for learning English. The focus is on how listening to songs, understanding lyrics, and singing along can enhance language skills such as vocabulary acquisition, pronunciation, listening, comprehension, and overall fluency. Music, with its rhythm and melody, creates an enjoyable environment for language learning, allowing learners to engage with the language in a more natural and memorable way. This research aims to explore the educational benefits of using the website LyricsTraining.com for learning English. The site offers a unique, interactive method for practicing listening skills and vocabulary by using music videos and lyrics. Learners can improve their comprehension and pronunciation while having fun engaging with songs in real time.

One of the main challenges in language learning is finding engaging and practical ways to practice listening comprehension. LyricsTraining.com addresses this problem by combining entertainment and education. The website offers a wide range of songs from various genres and levels of difficulty, allowing learners to practice at their own pace. The interactive format—where users listen to a song and fill in the missing lyrics—encourages active listening and reinforces word recognition, helping students better understand spoken English in different accents and contexts. Many language learners struggle with traditional methods that lack engagement or real-life application. Music provides a dynamic and motivating alternative. By incorporating songs into language learning, students are exposed to authentic language usage in context, including slang, idioms, and colloquial expressions. This can lead to better retention, improved pronunciation, and a deeper cultural understanding. Additionally, music reduces anxiety, making language learning less stressful and more enjoyable.

This idea stems from both personal experience and academic research on language acquisition. Over the years, I have observed that students tend to engage more enthusiastically with lessons that involve music. Studies have shown that music and language learning are interconnected, with the brain processing both rhythm and language in similar ways. This connection makes music an effective and enjoyable tool for acquiring a new language. The inspiration for using LyricsTraining.com comes from my personal experience of using online platforms for language learning, as well as positive feedback from students who have benefited from interactive and gamified learning tools. LyricsTraining.com has been highlighted in various language learning communities for its ability to provide an enjoyable, effective way of improving English language skills while exposing learners to a wide range of cultural and musical genres.