Transforming foreign language classroom using authentic podcasts

Abstract

Advancement of the information and communication technologies brings the novelty to the lesson of foreign languages, and motivates us to find new methods of teaching. This article is dedicated to show the usefulness of podcasts for improvement of the language skills in foreign languages. The scope of the investigation can be identified with the review of the works of foreign language researchers and Methodists. The methods such as observation, empirical research of the podcasting and analysis are used to clarify the method of teaching a foreign language with the help of podcasts. In this article, the stages of creating a podcast are illustrated in a sequential order to provide detailed explanation of podcasting. The advantages of using this method in foreign language teaching such as the development of linguistic competence and cultural awareness are given to encourage teachers to use podcasting. Thus, based on the research done it is proven as an effective method of teaching a foreign language for beginners as well asfor advanced learners who study English as a second foreign language.